Author: Satoru Noda

Dogsred is a powerful, character driven sports manga by Satoru Noda that dives deep into the intense world of ice hockey, blending raw emotion, redemption, and high stakes competition. Set in Hokkaido in 2010, the story follows Rou Shirakawa, a former figure skating prodigy who shocks the nation after achieving a historic high score only to lose control, destroy the stage, and get permanently banned from the skating world. Branded as the “Rabid Prince,” Rou is forced to start over in Tomakomai, a northern town known for its passionate hockey culture.

There, Rou is introduced to the brutal and fast paced sport of ice hockey, where strength, discipline, and teamwork replace elegance and precision. As he encounters the fierce Genma brothers and the ambitious Oinokami High School team aiming for their 20th consecutive national championship, Rou begins a journey of transformation channeling his rage and talent into a new purpose. Dogsred stands out for its gritty realism, emotional depth, and exploration of themes like failure, identity, redemption, and personal growth, making it highly appealing for fans searching for “sports manga,” “ice hockey manga,” “seinen sports drama,” and “redemption anime stories.” With Satoru Noda’s signature storytelling style, the series delivers intense matches, strong character development, and a compelling coming of age narrative set against the icy battleground of competitive hockey.

Alternative Titles: Supinamarada! (Provisional Title), doggusureddo, スピナマラダ!（仮）, Dogs Red, DOGSRED, ドッグスレッド, 독스레드