I find it very sad that such a legend is retiring.  I have seen arkansas run many time because of the fact I lived in Fayetteville for 5 years.  I think what Mcdonnell has accomplished can never be achieved again in any sport.  I grew  up in Washington State and all you hear about in that area and most of the country is Oregon and Bill Bowerman.  I think Bowerman was a great innovater for running.  When it comes flat out winning there is no comparison between Mcdonnel and Bowerman.  I think no one can argue that.  Mcdonnell is great man and his athletes all respected him and that shows a true measure of a man.  Every year many Arkansas athletes would step beyond their ability for this man.  They always stepped up in championship times of year.  That is a direct attribution to Mcdonnell.  Lets just remember one of the best coaches the NCAA has ever seen.  He has my utmost respect.