Hosakawa, Ikkyu
Summary
Ikkyu Hosakawa serves as a Split End and Cornerback for the Nagas, wearing jersey number 33 as a second-year student. While his appearance might suggest he is unthreatening, his true strength lies in his exceptional running technique. He holds the record for a 4.9-second 40-yard-dash while running backwards, earning him the title of the best cornerback in the Kanto Zone. Agon is the only player on the Nagas whom Ikkyu respects, and Ikkyu is one of the few who does not fear Agon, actually looking forward to playing alongside him. Agon considers Ikkyu a genius and holds him in high regard. Ikkyu is proud of his aerial abilities, telling Unsui that no one can beat him in the air. However, his status as Kanto's top cornerback is challenged by Shin, Japan's best linebacker, who proves his superiority during their first match. Ikkyu often uses the emphatic phrase oni, which is typically translated as completely, in his speech. Despite being a friendly and nice teammate, he is frequently bullied by his peers because he receives more attention and remarks than they do. He remains serious and focused when game time arrives, maintaining his reputation as a genius for high-jump catches.
