Lou Holtz

Holtz in July 2007

Louis Leo "Lou" Holtz (January 6, 1937 – March 4, 2026) was an American football coach, sportscaster, author, and motivational speaker.

He served as the head football coach at The College of William & Mary (1969–1971), North Carolina State University (1972–1975), the University of Arkansas (1977–1983), the University of Minnesota (1984–1985), the University of Notre Dame (1986–1996), and the University of South Carolina (1999–2004).

Holtz was born in Follansbee, West Virginia on January 6, 1937.[1] He grew up in East Liverpool, Ohio. Holtz studied at Kent State University.

On January 30, 2026, it was announced that Holtz entered into hospice care in Orlando, Florida.[2][3] He died on March 4, 2026, at the age of 89.[4]

References

  1. ↑ "Biography: Lou Holtz". real-life-training-films.com. Archived from the original on July 15, 2011. Retrieved December 1, 2009.
  2. ↑ "Notre Dame coaching legend Lou Holtz enters hospice care at 89 | New York Post". 2026-01-30. Retrieved 2026-01-30.
  3. ↑ "Lou Holtz's son shares health update after college football coaching legend enters hospice care". Fox News. February 2, 2026. Retrieved February 2, 2026.
  4. ↑ "Lou Holtz, Legendary National Championship Coach, Passes Away". Notre Dame Fighting Irish - Official Athletics Website. 2026-03-04. Retrieved 2026-03-04.

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