Lou Holtz, the larger-than-life coach whose impact on college football went far beyond X\u2019s and O\u2019s, has passed away at the age of 89.He is most remembered for his 11-year tenure at Notre Dame, where he amassed a 100-30-2 record, culminating in a flawless 12-0 season in 1988 that earned the Fighting Irish a consensus national championship.Known for his no-nonsense approach to life and the game, Holtz wasn\u2019t just a coach \u2014 he was a mentor, a moral compass, and a beacon of inspiration for everyone who crossed his path.Head Coach Lou Holtz of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish looks on during an NCAA Football game circa 1990. Holtz coached the Notre Dame Fighting Irish from 1986-1996. (Photo by Focus on Sport\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Holtz entered hospice care in January, shortly after his birthday, and his family released a statement honoring the legacy he leaves behind:\u201cLou will be remembered for his enduring values of faith, family, service, and an unwavering belief in the potential of others.\u201dThose who knew him, and countless players, students, and fans, remember a man who demanded excellence but also gave boundless guidance and care.What he did for my family\u2026\u201dAn all-time great coach and an all-time great human being,\u201d said one admirer.\u201cI love his quote: \u2018Never tell your problems to other people. 80% don\u2019t care, and the other 20% are glad you have them,\u201d another added.That was Lou in a nutshell, practical, honest, and always teaching lessons that went far beyond football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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