Lou Holtz, Who Coached Unbeaten Notre Dame to a Title, Dies at 89
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Lou Holtz, renowned college football coach who led six major programs and revitalized Notre Dame with an unbeaten national championship season in 1988, has died at age 89 in Orlando, Florida.
- Notre Dame announced his death on Wednesday, sharing a statement from his family but did not disclose the exact date or cause; Holtz had entered hospice care in January.
- Known for his disciplined coaching style and motivational skills, Holtz compiled a 249-132-7 record over 33 years and achieved a 100-30-2 record in 11 seasons at Notre Dame.
- He ranks second in career victories at Notre Dame behind Knute Rockne and led the Irish to nine consecutive major bowl games, winning five
