FAYETTEVILLE — Fundraisers are close to securing the donations necessary to name Arkansas' yet-to-be-constructed track performance center after one of the program's all-time great runners.
University of Arkansas trustees approved a proposal to name the facility after Frank O'Mara in January, contingent upon the Razorback Foundation securing $3 million for the construction.
Scott Varady, executive director for the Razorback Foundation, said Tuesday that the organization is "close" to securing the needed donations. Varady said multiple individuals, some of whom wish to remain anonymous, have pledged contributions toward the lead gift.
O'Mara was a three-time All-American at Arkansas and in 1983 became coach John McDonnell's first outdoor national champion when he won the 1,500 meters.