As part of the diocesan faithful, we were thrilled to see the St. John’s University men’s basketball team reach the “Sweet 16” in this year’s NCAA Tournament — the first time since 1999. The road will be challenging against some tough competition, but the Johnnies surely have the support of a lifelong fan on their side.
St. Margaret’s in Middle Village hosted its first-ever March Madness CYO Tournament featuring 52 boys’ and girls’ teams from third to eighth grade.
A year after it was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the NCAA basketball tournament is back. And one of the sport’s most beloved fans will have a shot at witnessing any buzzer-beaters by her favorite team in person, too.
When it comes to March Madness, Sister Jean is second to “nun.” At least in age.The chaplain of Loyola University Chicago’s men’s basketball team, who rose to prominence during the 2018 NCAA Tournament when the Ramblers reached the Final Four, turned 100 on Aug. 21.
