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Notre Dame and USCs storied rivalry, dating back to 1926, has been disrupted as USC dropped Notre Dame from their future schedule. Coach Lou Holtz, who led the Irish from 1986, understood the significance of this rivalry, implementing a special test for his players and coaches before every USC matchup. This test was not about plays or drills, but about understanding the history, weight, and responsibility of the rivalry. Holtzs approach, which focused on preparing teams mentally and emotionally, has left a lasting impact on players, turning them into more than just athletes. Despite the schedule change, Holtzs method of preparing teams for something bigger than just a game remains relevant, emphasizing the importance of understanding ones history in stepping up, whether in football or life.

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