Kenta Ishii, internationally known as Kevin, is a male Japanese student and a vital offensive player for the Kickers soccer team. He possesses black hair and black eyes. His exceptional skills on the field include securing possession, tactical trickery, and unleashing powerful attacks. He frequently partners with teammate Gregor, combining for many goals.

Kenta exhibits a volatile temperament, becoming easily provoked during matches and prone to lashing out physically. This impulsiveness disrupts team play, often requiring teammates to restrain him. Although aware of the consequences, he struggles to control his anger.

The Kickers team holds immense importance in his life, spurs his struggle for greater self-control, and fuels his commitment to personal development. He displays fierce loyalty and protectiveness towards his teammates, confronting anyone who targets the Kickers. Kenta appears as a main player consistently across the franchise, including the main *Ganbare! Kickers* series (1986), the *Ganbare! Kickers Special: Hitoribocchi no Ace Striker* (1988), and *Ganbare! Kickers: Bokutachi no Densetsu* (2005).