Pony up, hobnob with the all-time greats

University of Arkansas head coach Ken Hatfield hollers at his team during the first quarter of Monday's Cotton Bowl game in Dallas, Jan. 1, 1990 against the Tennessee Volunteers. (AP Photo/David Sams)It has been a long time in the planning, years actually, and on Friday it becomes a reality: Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs celebrates the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame.

Dozens of the state's finest athletes and coaches will spend a day at the races and then be on hand at a reception for pictures and autographs in Horner Hall at the Hot Springs Convention Center. The cost is just $25 and includes hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar.

The winner of every race that day will be presented his trophy by a Hall…