Knights are by their very nature brash, headstrong, and cocky. They rush into battle with a single-mindedness that can just as easily be admirable as worrisome. As a coach I see it again and again, young athletes of talent and promise. You always wonder where their assets will take them. (Knight of Cups).
Early in their careers they compete as ferociously as anyone else (5 wands), and achieve great success (6 wands). In many cases, such as this one, we learn that sports may not be the most important thing in their lives, and there are other things also taking up their attention (9 of Cups), academic pursuits, hobbies, an interest in the world around them, etc. The resolution is left to fate to decide how this might be resolved (Wheel of Fortune).
This narrative, which I saw in the cards this morning, hit far too close to home, not surprising to anyone who has experience with Tarot. I'm attending the memorial service today for a young Palisades High lacrosse player I helped coached, and who assisted me coaching youth lacrosse last winter before graduating from high school in June. He achieved great recognition as a team captain and high scorer, while at the same time was an outstanding student, fluent in French, talented as a photographer, and a skilled writer. This story could be his. Tragically, fate provided the conclusion before he had a chance to decide the path he would follow, as his life was cut short in an automobile accident two weeks ago.
My heart and prayers go out to his parents, sister, and teammates.
John, I hate any death but it is especially hard when it is a child or youth just starting out in life. My heart goes out to you and also to his family.
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