The college basketball world is heartbroken by the death of Jean Dolores Schmidt, better known as Sister Jean. She passed away Thursday at the age of 106.

"Loyola University Chicago is greatly saddened to confirm the death of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt,“ the school posted on X late Thursday. ”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."

Sister Jean was the Loyola Chicago men’s basketball team chaplain who gained national notoriety in 2018 as she was with the Ramblers every step of the way as they reached the Final Four.

Sister Jean, who was 98 years old at the time, became a huge star as the Loyola Chicago men’s basketball team’s love for her was apparent, as was her love for t

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