Lately, we’ve been asking ourselves a big question: should athletes stick with one trainer, or is it worth adding another to the mix?
Take O’Shea, for example. He’s been working with an incredible trainer who focuses on skills and development—the fundamentals of the game, technique, and mindset. We’ve seen huge growth in his confidence and performance because of that guidance.
But now, we’ve been contemplating sending O’Shea to another trainer who specializes in strength and agility. Why? Because as athletes grow, their needs change. Building skill is one thing, but combining it with explosive speed, endurance, and strength is what takes performance to the next level.
And that got us thinking: Do athletes really need multiple trainers?
Why Families (and Athletes) Consider Multiple Trainers
It’s not uncommon for athletes—especially those who are serious about their sport—to work with more than one trainer. Each trainer brings something unique to the table:
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🎯 Skill Development – Focusing on technique, strategy, and mastering the sport itself.
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💪 Strength & Agility – Improving speed, power, and overall athletic ability.
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🥗 Nutrition – Teaching athletes how to fuel their bodies for energy and recovery.
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🩺 Recovery & Mobility – Keeping athletes healthy, flexible, and less prone to injuries.
When these areas come together, athletes often feel more balanced, prepared, and confident.
The Upside of Multiple Trainers
From our perspective with O’Shea, here’s what we see as the benefits of expanding his training team:
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✅ He’ll continue sharpening his skills, while also getting stronger and faster.
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✅ Each trainer has a different specialty, so he’s learning from the best in their fields.
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✅ The extra accountability keeps him consistent and focused.
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✅ It mimics how professional athletes train—with a full support team.
The Challenges We’ve Considered
Of course, it’s not all sunshine. Having multiple trainers can come with a few drawbacks:
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⚠️ Different Opinions – Trainers may not always agree on approach.
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⚠️ Cost – Let’s be real, more training = more investment.
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⚠️ Scheduling – Juggling practices, games, and multiple trainers can be a lot.
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⚠️ Risk of Overtraining – Without good communication, there’s a chance of doing too much.
What We’ve Learned
For us, the decision isn’t about replacing O’Shea’s current trainer—it’s about building on the foundation he already has. We love the skills and development work he’s getting now, but adding strength and agility training could round him out as an athlete.
The bottom line? Every athlete’s journey is different. Some thrive with one great trainer who does it all, while others benefit from a team approach.
Final Thoughts
If you’re a parent, athlete, or coach asking the same question we did—should athletes have multiple trainers?—the answer comes down to your goals, resources, and stage of the journey.
For us, we’re leaning toward saying yes. Because watching O’Shea grow, adapt, and push himself reminds us that athletes aren’t just training for the game—they’re training for life.
👉 What about you? Do you think one trainer is enough, or is it better to build a team around your athlete? Share your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear from you! Also. please follows O’Shea’s journey on Instagram. While you’re at it, like and comment.
