The 1934 edition of The Glomerata, the 37th volume, was dedicated to this man, Wilbur H. Hutsell. "An international figure in the coaching world. A modern moulder of men and an inspirational guidance to all, beloved by student and colleague, we proudly dedicate this volume."

Hutsell was born in Missouri, attended Mizzou and was a quarter-miler there. He coached track at his alma mater, and then became Auburn's first track and field coach in 1921. He stayed on until he retired, in 1963. In between, he won three conference titles. He coached four Olympians: Snitz Snider, Percy Beard, Whitey Overton, and Jim Dillon. He also coached three NCAA champions, five AAU champions, and saw five of his high hurdlers win national championships. He also served as the trainer for the 1924 Olympic wrestling team and was an assistant track coach at the 1928 Olympic Games. He was the university's athletic director, twice. Hutsell is honored in the Helms Track & Field Hall of Fame, the University of Missouri Hall of Fame, the Alabama Hall of Fame and the USA Track & Field Hall of Fame. The track on campus is named after him (and also the coach who succeeded him). And all of that pales in comparison to having this book dedicated to him.

And that wood engraving. Isn't that something?

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