In a bittersweet moment of tribute, Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce was honored with a street named after her in her hometown of Waterhouse, St Andrew—but not without a glaring error. The newly unveiled sign bore a misspelling of her last name, reading “Fraser-Price” instead of the correct “Fraser-Pryce.”
Despite the misstep, the atmosphere at the renaming ceremony of Ashoka Road was one of pride and celebration. The five-time world 100m champion stood with grace, focusing not on the blunder but on the bigger picture—her journey from humble beginnings to global triumph, and her hope to ignite ambition in the youth of her community.
Officials from the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) were quick to acknowledge the error. CEO Robert Hill took full responsibility, promising the accurate sign would be in place within 12 hours. The apology was echoed by Councillor Andrew Swaby, who extended regret to Fraser-Pryce, her supporters, and residents of Waterhouse.
“This doesn’t diminish the power of today’s moment,” said Hill. “Mistakes happen, but the intention and the honour remain.”
For Fraser-Pryce, the day was never about signage—it was about legacy. And in that regard, the message was loud and clear.
