To kick off the 4th annual weekend-long Wade's World Foundation lineup of events, Dwyane Wade hosted the first Father + Son basketball camp at the Lake Shore Athletic Club today (8/25). While speaking with the participants Mr. Wade, Jr. emphasized the importance of communication between parent and child. Dwyane Wade's father, Dywane Wade, Sr. was also present and had the opportunity to speak with the participants. He explained that even though he didn't have a great relationship with his son growing up, he's made up for lost time and takes the time to appreciate him. He spoke to the fathers "to do some good things in front of your kids." "It's time for us to stand up and get them away from these streets, educate them to be our future leaders." Mr. Wade, Jr was presented with his Father of the Year award by Roland Warren of the National Fatherhood Initiative The basketball camp was facilitated by ProCamps based in Cincinnati,OH
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