Hosakawa, Ikkyu

細川一休

2nd Year Student (Grade 11)
40-yard-dash: 4.9 seconds (Backwards)
Bench-press: 65 kg
Ikkyu is the sole individual who shares an attitude similar to Monta's. Judging by his appearance, he does not seem intimidating, yet his genuine expertise resides in his running technique. He holds the record of 4.9 seconds in the 40-yard-dash while running backwards, establishing him as the premier cornerback in the Kanto Zone. He is the only Nagas player whom Agon respects, owing to Ikkyu's status as a genius. Ikkyu holds Agon in high regard and is likely the only teammate who does not fear him, but rather anticipates playing alongside him. Ikkyu takes pride in his jumping and catching capabilities. He informs Unsui that no one can surpass him in the air. Nevertheless, Kanto's top cornerback is insignificant compared to Japan's finest linebacker, a fact Shin demonstrates to him during their initial match.
Ikkyu frequently uses the inflection 'oni' in his speech, serving as an emphatic phrase. It is typically translated as "completely."
His teammates constantly bully him because he receives more comments than they do. Ikkyu is among the kinder, friendlier players on the squad, though this does not diminish his seriousness when the game begins. He is regarded as a genius in high-jump catches.