Dwyane Wade Boulevard officially named in Robbins, Illinois
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 5:11 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Robbins, Illinois, honored Dwyane Wade by renaming South Claire Boulevard to Dwyane Wade Boulevard on July 26. The ceremony also marked the inaugural Dwyane Wade Day, featuring reflections from Wade about his upbringing in the area. Wade hosted a basketball camp for local youth and a block party before the renaming event. His family joined him at the celebration, emphasizing the significance of the street in his journey to the NBA.
- •Dwyane Wade Boulevard renamed from South Claire Boulevard on July 26.
- •Inaugural Dwyane Wade Day coincided with the renaming ceremony.
- •Wade hosted a youth basketball camp and a shoe giveaway.
- •Family members, including his father and wife, attended the event.
- •Wade reflected on his childhood and the significance of the street.
- 5:11 PMYahoo Sports — Dwyane Wade Gets Street Named After Him in Illinois Hometown
"Wade's hometown of Robbins, Illinois celebrated the 13-time NBA All-Star with South Claire Boulevard being renamed Dwyane Wade Boulevard.
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