Herriman, Utah – A Herriman neighborhood has recently attracted national attention, including a mention from Major League Baseball, for its unique street names. The names, which honor Boston Red Sox baseball players, began to trend on social media after a resident shared the discovery.
The origins of the themed streets trace back to the city's planning process in 2021. Jonathan LaFollette with Herriman City, a self-proclaimed baseball fan, told local news he first noticed a familiar name during the Planning Commission review. He explained that developers propose street names for their subdivisions, and the city typically approves them unless there is a significant issue. LaFollette always hoped someone would eventually notice the tribute.
“I think it was the Planning Commission process back in 2021,” LaFollette stated, recalling his initial observation. He later learned the developer was a devoted Red Sox fan, behind the naming convention. After a few years, a fan touring homes in the area tweeted about the unusual street names, setting off a chain reaction across social media. LaFollette shared that his baseball friends, not even work contacts, alerted him to the growing buzz around the subdivision he had mentioned years prior.
LaFollette noted Herriman's strong youth baseball culture, acknowledging that the city is not widely associated with Major League Baseball. He remarked that Herriman is "kind of having a moment here with the baseball world," as the story circulated.
The news reached the Herriman High School baseball team, who expressed excitement over their city gaining recognition. Player Easton Webb called the attention "amazing," noting it was "great, honestly," that many people were hearing about the town. Teammate Mason Greeno added that the community is "really good" and said that "getting put on the map like that" and recognized by others was "awesome."
Jason Crawford, the first-year coach for the Herriman High School team, emphasized the widespread impact of the story. He highlighted that baseball is a tight-knit community, and when something sparks excitement, it spreads rapidly. Crawford added that "to be spoken about in playoff baseball is huge," underscoring the significance of the national spotlight.
Even local business owners were surprised and pleased by the viral news. James Young, who owns The Pub Sports Bar in Herriman, shared his surprise, stating he had lived in the area for 25 years and had never known about the themed streets. Young found it "perfect to have something this cool go viral," observing its reach across the country. He articulated his appreciation for the communal aspect of sports, stating, “We love the camaraderie that comes from sports, and it brings people together. It's why I own a sports bar.” The unexpected virality has brought a sense of collective pride and recognition to the Herriman community.