After decades of dedication, the Sister jean She is officially withdrawn from her duties as a spiritual adviser to the University of Loyola Chicago and a companion of the men’s basketball team. In her 106 years, Jean Dolores Schmidt leaves behind a stockpile that goes beyond the limits of sports.
Her presence became worldwide known in 2018, when Loyola arrived as an underdog in his Final Four Ncaa. Then, at 98, Sister Jean became the face of the team, with appearances by the bench, words of faith and support, and an action that inspired not only Ramblers but also the whole basketball community.
Her withdrawal was announced by the student medium The Loyola Phoenix and the Fox 32 Chicago, with herself citing health problems such as a “summer cold»And other difficulties that kept her away from the campus at the beginning of the year.
“Although Sister Jean can no longer be physically present in campus, she remains a beloved friend, trusted consultant and faithful Rambler -ourselves in our teams and praying for all of us everyday“, Said the university president, Mark Reed.
Schmidt started teaching at Mundelein College in 1961 and continued on Loyola after merge of the two institutions in 1991. Since 1994 he has taken on the role of Chaplain of the basketball team, even offering scouting reports in her prayers. Even after her 100, she continued to greet students and actively participate in university life.
Source: Sport Fm
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