Rae is writing a response to an op-ed, and she is supporting the claim that youth soccer players should be required to wear head
protection. Which piece of evidence best supports her claim? Focusing on only one sport can lead to overuse injuries and burnout.
Statistics show that girls who play soccer sustain more injuries than boys who play soccer.
The expense, injuries, and demands of the competitive club experience have contributed to a recent drop in youth soccer participation.
Although youth soccer does not allow young players to head the ball, the annual rate of concussions for young players continues to rise.
Answer: Although youth soccer does not allow young players to head the ball, the annual rate of concussions for young players continues to rise.
Explanation: it focuses on head injuries and emphasises on how they are a concern; the others do not mention anything about heads so they are not as strong evidence!
