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Lou Holtz, 89, Notre Dame Coaching Legend Dies

March 4, 2026 · Sporting News

Former Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz has died at the age of 89, the university announced on Thursday.

Lou Holtz, who transformed Notre Dame football from mediocrity to national prominence in the 1980s, has passed away at 89. The Hall of Fame coach led the Fighting Irish to a national championship in 1988 and compiled a 100-30-2 record during his tenure.

Holtz's impact extended beyond Notre Dame, with successful coaching stops at Arkansas, Minnesota, and South Carolina before his retirement in 2004. His motivational style and .751 winning percentage cemented his legacy as one of college football's most respected figures.

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