Beverley “Bev” Wade was one of the finest sprinters this province has ever produced, excelling in both the 100- and 220-yard dashes. In addition to his running feats, the versatile athlete performed creditably in rugby and baseball.

The “Kentville Flash,” as he was known, was a product of the Acadia Relays and the Halifax Herald and Halifax Mail runs. He ran his first race in 1928, finishing second in the 60-yard dash and third in the 100-yard dash.
In 1930 he won the Maritime junior titles in both events.

Then in 1931 he captured the 220-yard dash, equalling the Maritime senior record established in 1898. In 1932 he participated in the Canadian Olympic trials.

Wade was inducted into the Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame in 1985.