: Her relationship with her rival, Gretchen , evolves from hostility to a nod of mutual respect, suggesting a more mature understanding of "winning". Alternative Meanings
: The climax of the story occurs during the May Day races when Squeaky realizes Raymond has potential as a runner himself. This shifts her focus from her own ego to the joy of coaching and supporting someone else. squeaky
If you are writing about this character, common analytical angles include: : Her relationship with her rival, Gretchen ,