Who is Tomonori Tada?
Tomonori Tada Blue Lock is was Yoichi Isagi's teammate on their high school football team. His failure to score a crucial goal is the inciting incident that pushed Isagi to join Blue Lock.
Background and Story of Tomonori Tada
During the final moments of the national qualifiers, Isagi had a clear path to the goal. However, strictly adhering to his coach's 'One for All' philosophy, Isagi passed the ball to Tada, who was completely open. Tada missed the shot, resulting in their team's elimination and Kira Ryosuke's victory.
Personality of Tomonori Tada in Blue Lock
Tada represents the completely average, untalented, and unaccountable Japanese high school player. When he missed the goal, he simply apologized and moved on, lacking the devastating despair a true egoist would feel.
Appearance of Tomonori Tada
An incredibly plain-looking high school student.
Tomonori Tada Blue Lock: Playing Style & Position
Average and unremarkable.
Role in Blue Lock
He is the catalyst for Isagi's transformation. Isagi's deep regret over passing the ball to Tada is what initially fuels his desire to become an egoist who shoots his own shots.
Interesting Facts about Tomonori Tada Blue Lock
- Chapter 1
- Isagi's high school teammate who missed the crucial shot.
- Despite being the reason Isagi lost the tournament, Tada later watches Isagi on television during the U-20 match and claims he 'taught Isagi everything he knows', showing his complete delusion.