With his fast hands and ability to track shooters, Atkins easily covers perimeter shots. Atkins also does a fantastic job of staying square on shooters and then popping off his line for saves. This list of assets enables Atkins to frequently make clean saves. Atkins also possesses the agility to execute swift drops in order to stop bouncers or low shots. Atkins’ quick reflexes, athleticism, and non-stop motor help him quickly reset to make saves on rebound attempts or scramble to cover loose balls. Once the ball is in his stick, Atkins has poise beyond his years and will deliver precise clearing passes. Atkins is also an excellent communicator who keeps his defensive unit connected.