Summary
Lou Holtz, a famous college football coach known for his time with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, has entered hospice care at age 89. He is well-known for leading Notre Dame to a perfect season and a National Championship victory in 1988.
Key Facts
- Lou Holtz is a renowned college football coach, celebrated for his coaching career.
- He coached the Notre Dame Fighting Irish from 1986 to 1996.
- In 1988, Holtz led Notre Dame to a perfect 12-0 season and won the National Championship.
- Holtz has coached six different college teams to bowl games.
- He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008.
- At 89, Holtz has now entered hospice care, which is specialized care for those facing the end of life.
- Holtz established traditions like the 'Play Like a Champion' sign at Notre Dame, which is still in use today.
- He retired from coaching after the 2004 season.
