Karter Smith, Leila Ramen, Dice Diaz
Mrs. Coleman
7th hour
29 March 2023
Teen Athlete Argumentative Overall, the argument about whether a teen should be allowed has been ongoing since pro sports started. There are many reasons that people don’t like the idea and others do. In general, teens should not be allowed to be pro athletes. The Teens might burn out easier because they are going to get to play longer. Also as a teen, you are clumsy and still growing into your adult body unable to handle the pressure going on your body causing an injury.
For example, since teens are still growing into becoming an adult they are more likely to get hurt. Greg Branchi states, “The NFL and NCAA claim that the NFL age requirement protects young athletes by shielding them from physical injury and requiring them to mature emotionally and receive an education before entering the world of professional sports” (par.2). The evidence shows how the age rules on pro athlete teams help limit injuries in the games. The author continues to state, “Age requirements in professional football do not benefit young athletes,
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Jacqueline Stenson states, “Intense training schedules. Pressure to win and be the best. Painful injuries. Given all these factors, it’s not surprising that some athletes simply burn out on their sport” (par 1). The evidence proves that a pro athlete can even burn out quickly, much less a growing kid. She also goes on to say, “Soon the stakes get higher because many parents and coaches play to win. Winning means recognition and that could lead to lucrative opportunities -– high school championships then college scholarships and perhaps a shot at the pros” (par 3). This evidence shows that there is so much pressure to be good and work hard that it is not even fun anymore. Kids have to deal with the pressure of winning, so they work harder which can make them burn out quickly from the