Satoru Kakuta
Satoru Kakuta is a second-year player at Shohoku High, known for his finesse-based offensive skills and quick rebounding. He often substitutes for Hanamichi Sakuragi, showcasing his ability to contribute despite not being a starter. His skills are a contrast to Akagi’s powerful style.
Quick Facts
What is Satoru Kakuta's jersey number?
9
What position does Satoru Kakuta play?
Power forward or center
What is Satoru Kakuta's height?
180 cm
What is Satoru Kakuta's primary offensive skillset?
Footwork and finesse, utilizing hook shots and spin layups.
What is Satoru Kakuta's primary defensive contribution?
Snagging rebounds and initiating fast breaks.
In what match did Kakuta start due to Coach Anzai's punishment?
Shohoku's first match of the Kanagawa Regional tournament against Miuradai.
Against which player did Kakuta struggle significantly in a scrimmage?
Hanamichi Sakuragi
In which match did Kakuta make a crucial play to save a possession?
Shohoku vs. Shoyo High School
What did Kakuta remark about playing against Nobe Masahiro in the Inter High National Tournament?
He remarked on how incredibly difficult and physically demanding it was to mark Nobe Masahiro, and that Sakuragi had a big job ahead to compete against him for the rest of the match.
Description
Personality
Kakuta is portrayed as a hardworking and dedicated team player, though he acknowledges his limitations compared to the starting five. He shows humility in accepting his role as a substitute and doesn’t seem to harbor resentment towards Sakuragi despite being consistently outmatched. His comments about the difficulty of guarding players like Nobe Masahiro highlight his awareness of his own skill level and the challenges faced by his teammates.
Abilities
- Nimble center with a focus on finesse rather than power. - Skilled in hook shots and spin layups. - Quick jumping ability for rebounding and initiating fast breaks. - Less prolific than the starting five players.