SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A former University of South Dakota women’s basketball player has died.
According to the South Dakota Women’s Basketball Facebook page Tuesday, Bridget (Arens) Schumacher, 30, died unexpectedly at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton on October 25.
“Devastated by the loss of Bridget Arens Schumacher. I was blessed to coach her for three years at USD and she was the best of the best! An absolute Warrior on the court and the most amazing young lady off the court! She loved big and was loved even bigger! RIP Bridget.” According to former USD coach Amy Williams’ X page.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 2 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Crofton, Nebraska.