Loyola University Chicago announced on Thursday the passing of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt at the age of 106.

In a statement released online, Loyola Chicago asked everyone to keep the school's former men's basketball chaplain in their thoughts .

“Loyola University Chicago is greatly saddened to confirm the death of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM. 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,” a statement posted on X, formerly Twitter, read.

Sister Jean became a college basketball sensation in 2018, when the Loyola Chicago Ramblers went on an unforgettable Cinderella run in that year's edition of March Madness.

In September, she officially stepped down from

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