I can see that happening nowadays. In which case, I think a team coach would defeat them in events. You need one coach to rule them all... I see individual coaches fitting in best with an individual sport. But team spirit is important even in individual sports in many cases -- it *can* raise the level. I suppose there could be both -- personal coaches and then an overarching team coach.

So maybe a modern change is the proliferation of personal coaches. (Also all the datameters and analysis.) But what about team coaches? Is it a less desirable position? I see it being an extra stipend, maybe, at least.

I also see public/sponsor relations being more easily controlled with a team coach. Violations might mean you're off the squad next weekend, or off the team. A personal coach might not want to lose even a PITA client.