Calkins is an underrated player from Colorado. She is a smooth dodger who weaves through the defense. The Concept attacker has a nice on-the-run shot and makes difficult shots with her different release points. Calkins can get downhill through traffic.

Calkins is an intelligent and powerful attacker who uses her strength, positioning, and offensive awareness to consistently work her way toward the cage. Calkins drives hard and puts herself in an excellent position to finish.

She is a very dependable off-ball option with the ability to secure passes and finish efficiently around the crease. Her powerful shot makes her a scoring threat, while her high lacrosse IQ helps her recognize openings and make composed decisions within the offense. Calkins brings confidence and strong leadership to the field, giving her the ability to contribute as both a reliable goal scorer and a steady presence for her teammates.

Calkins is a right-handed attacker from Colorado. She has the ability to get underneath her defender when she dodges low on the right wing, which allows her to get to the rack. In her game against Long Island Black, she caught the ball on the crease, turned with pressure on her, and scored.