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“My athletes always follow my advice... unless it conflicts with what that they want to do.”

Quote by Lou Holtz

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Lou Holtz is an American football coach renowned for his remarkable achievements in both NCAA and NFL. Born on January 6, 1937, Holtz has spent over 40 years in the football coaching world, leading multiple teams to championships and earning a high reputation in the American sports community. more

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