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Legendary Coach Lou Holtz Dies at 89
5 Mar
Summary
- Lou Holtz, celebrated college football coach, passed away at 89.
- He led Notre Dame to their last national championship in 1988.
- Holtz also had a significant early coaching stint with Ohio State.
Lou Holtz, a towering figure in college football, has passed away at the age of 89. His family announced his death on March 4, with his passing occurring in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by loved ones. Holtz was widely celebrated for his impactful coaching career, which included leading Notre Dame to their most recent national championship in 1988.
His coaching journey began with an early role as defensive backs coach at Ohio State in 1968, contributing to a national championship win. Holtz then embarked on his head-coaching career at William & Mary. He later coached at Arkansas, Minnesota, and South Carolina, retiring in 2004. Post-retirement, Holtz shared his insights as an ESPN analyst.
