They closing lines could be interpreted as a symbolic reference to a life not lived in vain. the player is an" explicitly a reference to Dennis sudden death. but as he tumbles down he sees a ball going through the net he lived a in consequential life.
Explanation: An active close (e.g. requesting a meeting, announcing your next phone call, etc.) to a cover letter is a demonstration of your initiative of maintaining contact and following up on the hiring process.
