Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, beloved chaplain for Loyola Chicago basketball team during Final Four run, dies at 106.
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Sister Jean, the longtime chaplain for Loyola Chicago's men's basketball team, has retired at 106 because of health concerns. The Loyola Phoenix, the school's student newspaper, announced her retirement earlier this month. Sister Jean became famous during Loyola Chicago's run to the Final Four in the 2018 NCAA Tournament. She was often seen cheering courtside and supported the team for years. Sister Jean served as the team's chaplain for 30 years, becoming a beloved figure at the university.
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