Two of the Best Players on a Middle-School Soccer Team

Multiple Choice

Two of the best players on a middle-school soccer team just showed up 15 minutes late for a match. They want to go out on the field immediately, but the coach insists that they warm up and do stretches before joining the game. Which of the following is the best explanation the coach can give these players about warming up before entering the game?

A) "Warming up first will help keep you focused."
B) "If you perform the proper stretches, you will have a better chance of winning."
C) "Warming up and stretching will help keep you warm during the game."
D) "Warming up and stretching will help prevent injuries during the match."
E) "Stretching before the game can help prevent dizziness and fainting."