Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt: A Legacy of Faith and Devotion
Sister Jean, the beloved chaplain of the Loyola University Chicago men's basketball team, has passed away at the age of 106.
She was known for praying with players before games, counseling them after losses, and reminding them that faith, not fame, was the real victory.
She prayed with college basketball players before games, counseled them after losses, and reminded them that faith, not fame, was the real victory.
Sister Jean gained national recognition during Loyola's 2018 NCAA Final Four run, where she offered pregame prayers, postgame analysis, and strategic suggestions, earning the affection of fans, players, and coaches nationwide.
Author's summary: Sister Jean dies at 106, leaving a legacy of faith and devotion.