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The Georgetown community is mourning the loss of Lorry Michel, a beloved and respected member of the Georgetown University Athletics Department since 1977.
Michel passed away on September 17 at the age of 71 after a long battle with cancer.
Known for her extraordinary contributions as the longtime men's basketball athletic trainer, she played a pivotal role in the program's success, including the 1984 national championship victory.
In recognition of her dedication, Michel was inducted into the Georgetown Athletics Hall of Fame in 2013.
Michel’s career at Georgetown began as an assistant Athletic Trainer, but her impact grew when she became the head trainer for men's basketball at the request of legendary coach John Thompson Jr.
Her dedication to keeping athletes healthy and ready to compete earned her respect not only at Georgetown but also internationally. She served as an Athletic Trainer at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics and participated in numerous international competitions, including the Pan Am Games and World University Games.
Michel's meticulous nature and blend of caring, toughness, and humor endeared her to student-athletes and colleagues.
In recognition of her service, the sports medicine facility at Georgetown’s John R. Thompson Jr. Intercollegiate Athletic Center was named in her honor in 2016. The Lorry Michel Sports Medicine Center continues to provide top-tier care for Georgetown's varsity sports teams.
Her legacy, both at Georgetown and in the athletic training community, is one of tireless dedication, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of athletes.
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