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Legendary Coach Lou Holtz Dies at 87
5 Mar
Summary
- Holtz led Notre Dame to an undefeated national championship in 1988.
- He received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2020 from Trump.
- Holtz coached 11 seasons for the Irish, with a 100-30-2 record.
Lou Holtz, the revered coach who led the Notre Dame Fighting Irish to an undefeated national championship in 1988, has passed away. His family confirmed his death, which occurred in Orlando, Florida. Holtz was the last coach to secure a football national championship for Notre Dame.
He coached the Irish for 11 seasons, from 1986 to 1996, achieving a stellar 100-30-2 record. Holtz's impact extended beyond the field; he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2020 by President Donald Trump, an outspoken supporter. His memorable phrase about Notre Dame's unique appeal resonated deeply with students and alumni.
Holtz also had a brief stint coaching in the NFL with the New York Jets, going 3-10 in one season. Before his passing, his wife, Beth Barcus, died of cancer in June 2020. Holtz authored several books, including his autobiography, "Wins, Loses and Lessons."
