Chris Holtmann Takes Charge of DePaul Basketball, Aiming to Rebuild and Inspire

Holtmann, with a robust coaching record, faces the challenge of revitalizing DePaul's struggling basketball program, leveraging new facilities and a strong commitment from the university.

• Chris Holtmann, previously with Ohio State, is appointed as DePaul's head basketball coach, tasked with reversing the team's fortunes.
• DePaul's basketball program, having not made the NCAA Tournament in 20 years, sees Holtmann's hiring as a pivotal moment for resurgence.
• Holtmann plans to leverage a new practice facility and NIL support to attract talent and compete in the Big East.
• Athletic director DeWayne Peevy and Holtmann emphasize the importance of infrastructure and university commitment to the program's success.
• Despite considering a year off after his tenure at Ohio State, Holtmann is drawn to the challenge of rebuilding DePaul's basketball legacy.

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