Billie

A 15-year-old tomboy with a passion for track running who defies expectations by joining and excelling on the school team. She mentors Mike, uses speed-conscious rhythm to run faster, and remains determined despite social backlash.

New student who joins the athletic team. He doubted a girl could teach him a man’s sport but grows to respect Billie’s talent and becomes her ally and love interest.

Billie’s father and a mayoral candidate who struggles with the fallout of gossip and the conflict between family pride and political ambition. He wavers between supporting Billie and pressuring her to quit.

Billie’s older sister who returns home revealing she is married and pregnant, prompting a family crisis and a pivot in the mayoral race. She shows courage by confronting her truth.

Jean’s husband, whose relationship with Jean becomes central to the pregnancy plot and the political subplot; he faces aggression but ultimately remains a key figure in the family dynamic.

The school's male student set up with Jean to date, whose presence fans the drama around relationships and reputation during the election season.

The track coach who recognizes Billie’s talent and decides to include her on the team, catalyzing the community's shift in attitude about girls in sports.

Billie’s mother who supports her daughter while also showing warmth and care; she later becomes pregnant as announced at the post-election party.

The town’s mayoral candidate and father of Eddie Davis, whose campaign is influenced by the unfolding family revelations and Billie’s track success.

A dancer and track team member who represents the broader school community; a side character reflecting the social dynamics of the track team.