CHICAGO (WLS) -- Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the beloved chaplain for the Loyola Chicago basketball team, has died at 106, the university said late Thursday.

"Loyola University Chicago is greatly saddened to confirm the death of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM," a statement posted to social media read. "This is a tremendous loss of someone who touched the lives of so many people. We appreciate everyone's thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. Details to follow."

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Sister Jean has been a cherished chaplain at Loyola University for decades, but she shot to international stardom as the Ramblers chief cheerleader when the men's basketball team went on a Cinderella run in 2018.

"I can't believe any of this," Sister Jean said.

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