Sendou, Akira
- Gender
- Male
Summary
Akira Sendou is a 16 to 17-year-old second-year student at Ryonan High School, having previously attended Kitazawagakuen Jr. in Tokyo. Standing at an imposing 190 cm and weighing 79 kg, he wears size 7 jerseys and Converse shoes. Playing as both a point guard and small forward, Sendou contrasts sharply with many other characters in the series through his genuinely warm and friendly demeanor. He maintains a modest and smiling attitude, respecting strong opponents while remaining fiercely competitive and never losing his temper. However, he can struggle to maintain focus against weaker teams, performing at his peak only when challenged by rivals like Rukawa and Maki, who bring out his best abilities. Recognized by others as the true Genius, Sendou is a versatile athlete who combines strong shooting and rebounding skills with exceptional strategic vision. He is surprisingly speedy and flexible for his height, capable of executing complex offensive plays and shutting down elite forwards like Rukawa on defense. Originally a scoring machine as a small forward in his first year, he transitioned to point guard in his second year after discovering the joy of passing. His outstanding court sense allowed him to become an excellent point guard despite his size, forming the core of Kanagawa’s strongest offense alongside Fukuda and Uozumi. Beyond his physical skills, Sendou serves as the mental anchor for Ryonan, inspiring faith in his teammates even during difficult moments. He has the unique ability to elevate the performance of those around him, seamlessly switching to a scoring threat when the team falls behind without losing tactical awareness. Often regarded as the true captain over Uozumi due to his capacity to calm, unify, and motivate the squad, he eventually assumes the captaincy officially after Uozumi’s graduation.
