It must feel impossible. 

Just a few weeks before South Africa was set to arrive in the United States for its first World Cup appearance in 16 years, Aqueelah Adendorf — the partner of Jayden Adams — was sharing her excitement with the world, unaware that it would come crashing down when the 25-year-old midfielder died of an undetermined cause.

The couple reportedly shared a 5-year-old daughter.

“Watching you achieve something this big has filled my heart with so much pride,” Adendorf wrote in an Instagram post. “From the hard work, sacrifices, early mornings, disappointments, and moments nobody saw — you kept going, stayed disciplined, and trusted God through it all. And now look at you… representing your country on the national team.

“I don’t think you even realize how inspiring you are. You deserve every single moment of this because I’ve seen how much you’ve worked for it. Through every challenge, you never gave up on your dream, and that alone makes me so proud to stand beside you and support you through it all. No matter how far this journey takes you, just know I’ll always be your biggest supporter, loudest cheerleader, and safest place.

“This is only the beginning for you, my love. May God continue to guide your steps, protect you, and open even bigger doors for your future. Keep shining, keep believing, and keep making us proud. Your hard work is finally paying off and I know there’s still so much more greatness waiting for you.

“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” — Proverbs 16:3.