We are finally introduced directly to Radio. The Coach approaches him at the fence after a football game and offers Radio water. Following that, he invited Radio to come into the office and have some hamburgers and coke. After entering the office, Radio sees the radio on the counter and is immediately drawn to it.
After they are finished their meal, Coach Jones drives Radio home. He is friendly to him, and works on establishing a relationship with him. When they arrive at Radio's house, we meet Mrs. Kennedy, Radio's mother. Coach Jones introduces himself and explains why he gave Radio a ride.
We learn that Mrs. Kennedy is a supportive, single mother. She is a nurse and has to work long hours. As a result, Radio doesn't have as much supervision as necessary. Her husband has passed away, and her older son Walter does not live at home. Mrs. Kennedy explains Radio's condition to the Coach. We later find out that Mrs. Kennedy has a heart condition.
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