Summary
Number 7 and a junior class mid-fielder, Atsushi Kamiya was born on October 11, 1974, standing 175 cm tall and weighing 63 kg. Specializing in Through Passes, he served as the vice-captain of the soccer team. Although he often displayed a rude demeanor, particularly when anyone disparaged Kubo, his heart was fundamentally good. In middle school, his selfish playstyle had caused his team to reject him, but he formed a formidable partnership with Kubo upon his arrival. Following Kubo's death, Kamiya assumed the captaincy and designated Toshi as the new number 10. While he occasionally appeared conceited, this was not his true nature. As captain, Kamiya projected strong leadership qualities, rapidly formulating strategies to support the squad and motivating his teammates. He possessed a deep sense of responsibility and cared profoundly for the club. When Mahori’s arrival divided the club into two factions—those supporting a change in style like Kazuhiro, Nitta, and Akahori, and those adhering to Kubo’s legacy like Tanaka, Kenji, Yuutaka, and Shigeki—Kamiya organized a practice match with himself as referee. This contest allowed the second group to rediscover their original motivation and playing style. The match ended in a tie during the final minute through an all-out assault, where even Kenji missed the post to score. Realizing their error, the team united to fight until the end. Kamiya then joined the match, playing in his familiar style and surprising everyone with his foresight, proving he remained a step ahead of his peers even after becoming captain. Kamiya emerged as an exceptional playmaker, using sharp passes to confuse opponents. As his skills matured, he ranked among the nation's best playmakers. His abilities eventually earned him recognition as being on par with Kubo, particularly regarding his leadership capabilities.
