By ADAM ZAGORIA
Chris Holtmann didn’t stay unemployed for long.
After being fired by Ohio State about a month ago, Holtmann is now taking on the job of resurrecting a dismal DePaul program that became the first Big East team ever to finish 0-20 in league play.
Holtmann previously spent three years in the Big East, leading Butler to the Sweet 16 in 2017 before he moved on to Ohio State.
One person close to the hire who was not authorized to speak publicly because the deal had not yet been completed as of earlier Thursday said Holtmann believes the job has “real potential.”
“I am very excited about this opportunity to be the head men’s basketball coach at DePaul,” said Holtmann in an official statement. “During this process, I was extremely impressed with the commitment, eagerness and vision of DeWayne Peevy and President Manuel to build a successful BIG EAST basketball program. My wife, Lori, and our daughter, Nora, look forward to getting to Chicago and spending time in the DePaul community. We can’t wait to get to work!”
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