Sister Jean’s bobblehead at Loyola University Chicago<\/a>.<\/p>\nEach one includes details that reflect her daily life, from her cross to her teacup. They’re $60 in honor of Neumann’s 60th anniversary, Deputy Athletic Director Gina McLaughlin said.<\/p>\n
Demand has been strong.<\/p>\n
For students, Sister Marguerite’s presence goes far beyond a symbol.<\/p>\n
“She always motivates us, tells us we’re going to be good,” student-athlete Donte Dupriest said. “Just pray, you’ll be OK.”<\/p>\n
Others say she’s helped them stay eligible to play, even improving their grades.<\/p>\n
The bobblehead may be the headline, but the real story is the connection.<\/p>\n
Before the bobbleheads, there was a friendship.<\/p>\n
Sisters Linda and Marguerite have lived and worked together since 1986. They first met at a high school in Trenton, New Jersey.<\/p>\n
Despite different personalities and backgrounds, their shared mission has never changed: supporting students, especially student-athletes.<\/p>\n
“They’re extending a legacy of the sisters,” Sister Linda said.<\/p>\n
Their influence stretches far beyond Neumann, from ice rinks and baseball fields to international trips with students.<\/p>\n
And yes, even a connection to Phillies legend Tug McGraw, whom they once babysat for.<\/p>\n
As for the bobblehead?<\/p>\n
Sister Marguerite is still humble about it.<\/p>\n
“If it raises money for the student-athletes and helps them to get the equipment and the resources that they need, I’ll do it,” she said.<\/p>\n
Neumann Athletics says a student discount for the bobbleheads is coming soon after overwhelming interest.<\/p>\n
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