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NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, Fade Latrell as big wet looms?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:16:43 GMT

NRL Supercoach gun Latrell Mitchell is hugely popular to begin the season, but with work rate a concern and heavy rain forecast over their opening round clash is he worth fading early on?

Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community and discusses the key issues plaguing people before NRL round 1.

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Half-Backed NRL podcast: Cobbo to strike gold in new home

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:51:39 GMT

Selwyn Cobbo has found himself a new home for the NRL 2026 season at the Dolphins, with the star winger landing in a goldmine for NRL try-scoring.

The Half-Backed podcast links SC Playbook's Tim Williams and rugby league expert Matty (The Waterboy) Buxton to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Coming in hot to the 2026 season

03:00 Weekend recap: Jackpot in Vegas!

07:35 NRL Round 1 bets: Sharks left side, strong side

21:00 NRL Round 1 tips: Panthers eye redemption over Premiers

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Beers & Breakevens: Flying the Flegler as NRL Supercoach cheapies erupt

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach cheapies have flooded in following the first major team list Tuesday of 2026, with Dolphins forward Thomas Flegler a big winner on return from two years out of the game.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.

The boys recap the Vegas standouts including Trey Mooney, Damien Cook and Ru himself, while touching on their team's performance in the openers.

They also deep dive into the first major team drops ahead of Supercoach Round 1, with a host of cheapies emerging (and disappearing) and a major boost for Tom Flegler on return to the NRL.

0:00 Guru in Vegas, Timmy conquers Bloke

5:18 Storm v Eels

13:29 Warriors v Roosters

17:27 Broncos v Panthers

19:26 Sharks v Titans

26:49 Manly v Raiders

29:40 Dolphins v Souths

35:32 Our players we locked in for Vegas games

52:52 VC Loophole scenarios

56:55 CTW cheapie chat

1:01:19 Shark Park name changes

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#272: NRL Supercoach 2026, Team lists point to King Keaon + Maxy's Team Reveal

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:20:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2026 Team lists have dropped for the remainder of Round 1, with all eyes on Keaon Koloamatangi and red flags surrounding a stack of 2RF cheapies.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.

The boys recap the weekend Supercoach winners and losers from Vegas, headlined by the magical Kalyn Ponga and hard-running Heilum Luki, then dissect the remaining round 1 squad lists with the Raiders making huge changes to their roster.

They then analyse the new scoring system changes that emerged from the Vegas fixtures, followed by Maxy's full NRL Supercoach team reveal.

00:00 Spy the hairdresser

06:40 Vegas Supercoach stats system recap

11:50 Vegas NRL Supercoach winners and losers

24:00 Team list Tuesday: Red flags around 2RF cheapies

50:20 Maxy's team reveal:

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Weekly wrap: Perfect Ponga and King Kiraz light up Vegas openers

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:04:11 GMT

Newcastle Knights superstar Kalyn Ponga failed to feature in the NRL pre-season, but the gun No.1 put in a Las Vegas masterclass to remind Supercoaches of his brilliant best.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action in the Vegas season openers.

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NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, who's the Mahoney as Cheese goes off?

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:24:12 GMT

The NRL Supercoach hooking position has been thrown into chaos days out from the Vegas opener with hugely owned Rabbitoh Brandon Smith going down injured, so what's the plan at hooker?

Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, looks into the hooking position dilemma and the key issues plaguing people before round 1.

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Half-Backed NRL podcast: Nothing flat about F-Sharpe

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:50:00 GMT

The Newcastle Knights NRL 2026 spine has finally been decided after months of conjecture, with pressure on to perform, five-eighth Fletcher Sharpe is set to shine in the bright lights of Las Vegas.

The Half-Backed podcast links SC Playbook's Tim Williams and rugby league expert Matty (The Waterboy) Buxton to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Coming in hot to the 2026 season

05:10 NRL 2026 season bets: Long shot top try-scorers

19:20 NRL Vegas bets: Sharpe as a tack

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Beers & Breakevens: NRL Supercoach 2RF analysis, Yeo-Yeo let's go!

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach second-row forward position is littered with genuine options for round 1, with the new stats system likely to favour Penrith veteran Isaah Yeo who could hit gun status in 2026.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.

The boys assess the top owned 2RF, with Ru eyeing a monster Vegas POD play in Dylan Lucas, and Tim torn over his beloved Cam Murray to kick-off the new campaign.

00:00 Firing up for Vegas

03:00 2RF analysis: Will Yeo hit gun status under new system?

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#271: NRL Supercoach 2026, Cheapie special, Vegas squads + former champ's team reveal

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:46:40 GMT

In one of the biggest shows of the NRL Supercoach season, we reveal our cheapie rankings for the new campaign, dissect the Vegas NRL squad lists, and cap it off with a team reveal from former champion Dezzy Creek.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, past winner Dezzy Creek and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.

The boys recap the weekend Supercoach winners and losers, headlined by Campbell Graham and the Rabbitohs, then dissect the Las Vegas squad lists with the Knights revealing their new look halves pairing.

They then rank their backline and forward cheapies for round 1, followed by Dezzy's full NRL Supercoach team reveal.

00:00 Dez's Sri Lankan sabbatical

06:20 Trial recap: Bunnies fire, Walker and DCE gel

19:00 Team list Tuesday: Knights reveal Sharpe spine

38:20 Cheapie rankings: Cheese rockets up the list

01:04:00 Dez's team reveal: Left-field flex position call

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Weekly wrap: Cleary suspension & freakish Fa'alogo + Full team reveal

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:58:27 GMT

The start to the NRL Supercoach season has been rocked with Penrith Panthers champion playmaker Nathan Cleary copping a two-match suspension, leaving plenty on the lookout for a new halfback for Round 1.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL trial action and also reveals his full squad to begin the 2026 campaign.

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NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, start or avoid Walsh after Broncos' WCC misfire?

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:10:05 GMT

Brisbane Broncos NRL Supercoach star Reece Walsh is the talking point of the 2026 pre-season, after the club's shock loss to Hull KR in the World Club Challenge do we pay up or avoid the gun No.1 to begin the year?

Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, recaps the talking points from the World Club Challenge and looks at the key issues plaguing people before round 1.

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Beers & Breakevens: NRL Supercoach HFB-5/8 analysis, why Cody can wind back the clock

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 03:59:37 GMT

The NRL Supercoach halves positions are as wide open as they've been in a recent memory, do we look back on history and back South Sydney Rabbitohs playmaker Cody Walker to wind back the clock at bargain value?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.

The boys assess the top owned halfbacks and five-eighths, with the No.7 slot wide open and currently headlined by a pair of enticing cheapies and the premium gun in Nathan Cleary, who has to overcome a brutal opening draw for the Penrith Panthers in 2026.

00:00 Ramping up for 2026

10:00 Halfback analysis: Atkinson v Sanders, can Cleary overcome draw?

50:00 Five-eighth: Money Munster or chase value elsewhere?

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#271: NRL Supercoach 2026, POD Hunting, Brailey headlines low-ownership stars

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:20:00 GMT

It's easy to follow the crowd into the NRL Supercoach 2026 season, but perhaps more than ever there's a tonne of point of difference players at sub 10% ownership to consider, headlined by an undervalued number one hooker in Blayke Brailey.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.

The boys deep further into the new stats system, with access to the behind-the-scenes data to unveil the true winners of the change.

They also discuss the Supercoach team list Tuesday eye catchers, with Brandon Smith the standout, and recap the weekend action with Thomas Flegler starring on return from a two year layoff.

Then they dive into the sub 10% owned players to differentiate your squad from rivals.

00:00 Spy's trip to the dentist

05:00 Trial recap: Luki, Flegler catch the eye

14:00 Team list Tuesday: Cheap Cheese tastes good

26:00 True prices: New stat system winners

37:00 POD hunting: Low-ownership picks to consider

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NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, going cold on hamstrung Holmes

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:55:40 GMT

NRL Supercoach gun Valentine Holmes will feature for the St. George Illawarra Dragons in the NRL Vegas opener, but a pre-season hamstring concern has his Supercoach credentials under major scrutiny.

Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, looking at key issues plaguing people before round 1.

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Beers & Breakevens: NRL Supercoach CTW analysis, stat change breakdown

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach has a new stats system, and centres are the huge winners with Herbie Farnworth headlining a list of outside backs set to explode under the interpretations.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.

The boys assess the top owned centres, now the most important position to begin the season, with elite players such as Farnworth and Val Holmes looking even better, and a number of mid-rangers including Stephen Crichton coming into relevance.

00:00 Matty the Waterboy joins the show

01:00 Question time: What does the new stat system look like?

29:30 Centre analysis: Latrell's positional shift gets a boost

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#270: NRL Supercoach 2026, stats system overhaul explained + Spy's team reveal

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:19:59 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2026 has been sent into a frenzy, with a new stats provider announced which will shake-up the game substantially ahead of NRL round 1, so what does it all mean and how can we exploit it to succeed?

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.

The boys deep dive into new stats system, explaining the changes, what it means for the game, and the positional winners and losers.

They also discuss the Supercoach team list Tuesday eye catchers, then Spy reveals his full squad with analysis to begin the new campaign.

00:00 Supercoach stats overhaul

06:20 New stats system explainer: Positional winners and losers

32:00 Team list Tuesday: Bad news for Cowboys cheapie

47:30 Spy's team reveal: Weird Flex and seeing Cleary

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NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, can we start without Payne Haas in Rd 1?

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 05:36:14 GMT

NRL Supercoach gun Payne Haas is popular among coaches to start the new season, but at the huge price tag is there a case to start without the Brisbane Broncos enforcer?

Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, looking at key issues plaguing people before round 1.

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Beers & Breakevens: NRL Supercoach HOK-FRF analysis, cheap Cheese & Harry Houdini

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach hooking position is wide open to begin the new season, do we simply lock in a potentially undervalued Harry Grant or look elsewhere for value in the position?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.

The boys assess the top owned hookers and front-row forwards for the season, with Payne Haas looking irresistible despite the enormous price tag and Blayke Brailey pushing Harry Grant in the hooking ranks.

00:00 Ru's rough cruise experience

06:20 Hooker analysis: Cheap Cheese and Harry Houdini

36:10 Front-row analysis: Splash for Haas? Stefano's crazy ownership

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#269: NRL Supercoach 2026, Fixture analysis points to cutting Cleary

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:20:00 GMT

We've done the breakdown of the NRL Supercoach 2026 fixtures, with the early draw working against the Penrith Panthers there's a huge case to fade Nathan Cleary.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, the OG Guru Tommy Sangster and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.

The boys deep dive into the early fixture analysis and continue their Supercoach team previews, with the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs and Penrith Panthers.

They also quiz Tommy Sangster on what's new at NRL Supercoach in 2026, headlined by the Supercoach Cup.

00:00 Sangster joins the show

06:00 Team list Tuesday: Tuipulotu return spoils cheapie party

13:40 Sangster Q+A: Dual position loading? Supercoach Cup

22:30 Fixture analysis: Early season teams to target and avoid

41:10 Bulldogs team preview: Can Turbo bounce back?

45:40 Panthers team preview: All eyes on cheapie lock

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Beers & Breakevens: NRL Supercoach fullback analysis, boom or bust for Ponga?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:00:00 GMT

As we deep dive into fullbacks for the NRL Supercoach 2026 season, Kalyn Ponga comes at an enticing price if you can fend off the red flags surrounding the Knights No.1.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.

The boys assess the top owned fullbacks for the season, with Keano Kini looming as a must and mixed feelings about paying up for Reece Walsh to begin the new campaign.

00:00 Kat returns for 2026

07:40 Supercoach blast from the past

11:30 Fullback analysis: Splash the cash for Walsh?

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#268: NRL Supercoach 2026, why Prince Nicho can bounce back to elite best

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:20:00 GMT

Nicho Hynes is among the best NRL Supercoach players in recent years, with Cronulla promising plenty in 2026 is he the value halfback to begin the Supercoach season?

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy as we launch into the 2026 campaign.

The boys reveal their trade boost strategy and begin their Supercoach team previews, starting with the Brisbane Broncos, Canberra Raiders, Cronulla Sharks and Manly Warringah Sea Eagles.

00:00 Spy's back in business

06:00 Boosting strategy: Go hard or save for later?

15:40 Broncos team preview: Pay up for Walsh and Haas?

29:30 Raiders team preview: Nothing Strange about rookie playmakers

37:30 Sea Eagles team preview: Can Turbo bounce back?

45:40 Sharks team preview: All eyes on cheapie lock

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NRL Supercoach: Tips and advice, basic strategy ft Bloody Brilliant Beers

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 03:50:00 GMT

Whether you're an NRL Supercoach beginner, intermediate or veteran, there's a host of strategies which can be applied to ensure you're well placed to succeed when starting your yearly campaign for glory.

In an SC Playbook NRL Supercoach special edition pre-season podcast, former runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the Bloody Brilliant Beers podcast duo of Darcy and Clutz who are new to Supercoach and like many, are eager to learn the ropes of the greatest game of all.

The boys have picked their teams for the upcoming season which Tim picks apart while taking questions and touching on everything from basics of NRL Supercoach for beginners, to strategic moves that can help even the most experienced of players.

04:10 Terminology and abbreviations

15:40 What’s the Flex?

20:30 Finding value

21:55 Breakevens and squad value

33:20 Don’t cheap out: Use every player

36:00 Back your instincts

38:20 Research & saving cash

41:50 Player price changes

46:50 Head not heart

51:20 Exceptions to money making

53:25 Don’t let byes scare you

56:50 Fullbacks & flex picks

01:01:00 Can you have too many from one team?

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Beers & Breakevens: NRL Supercoach, reasons to AVOID top 11 most owned

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Beers and Breakevens returns for the 2026 NRL Supercoach season, with the game's greatest rivalry back on the line to claim the coveted Stallion.

To open the season, the boys play Devil's advocate in looking at the reasons not to start with the top 11 most owned players in NRL Supercoach.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.

From red flags around David Fifita, to job security around Ethan Sanders, there's a number of reasons why you don't have to follow the crowd with the game's most popular players.

00:00 Back in business

06:00 Devil's advocate: Reasons to avoid most owned players

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#267: NRL Supercoach 2026, Tim's spineless team reveal for Supercoach round 1

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:20:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2026 has officially launched, with the new campaign underway Tim has dropped his full squad reveal for round 1, with no room for a premium fullback or halves option to start the season.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by former Socceroo and Supercoach veteran Matt Jurman and Matty the Waterboy as we launch into the 2026 campaign.

Tim reveals his player-by-player selections for NRL Supercoach round 1, with a stacked CTW grouping and a light spine to kick off the season.

00:00 Matty's SC Playbook debut

05:00 Tim's NRL Supercoach team reveal: Forwards

29:00 Tim's NRL Supercoach team reveal: Backs

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#266: NRL Supercoach, why Kini's the No.1 pick for new campaign

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:20:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach 2026 pre-season has begun as we edge closer to trial matches and the Vegas opener, as it continues to unfold it'll become clear that Keano Kini is the true No.1 pick.

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by Supercoach expert Max Bryden as we launch into the 2026 campaign.

To kick off the pre-season, the boys look at the lessons they learned from the NRL Supercoach 2025 season, the under-valued players to target and Tim's first picked players for the new season.

00:00 We're back! What's in store for SC Playbook in 2026

07:00 What we learned from 2025 Supercoach season

23:40 Under-valued players to target for round 1

36:00 Tim's first picked players

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NRL Supercoach 2026: Team Picker opens, live reaction squad selection

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 03:20:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach 2026 Team Picker has opened as an early Christmas gift to players, so who are the winners and losers on first sight at the new season?

Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and Random Stats Guy react live to the Team Picker release, working together to pick a collaborative squad on the fly.

They discuss the best squad structures, controversial player positions and prices, must-haves, cheapie options and plenty more as they come up with their full Supercoach squad.

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NRL Supercoach 2026: Early eye catchers, fixture winners & losers

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:45:00 GMT

The build up to NRL Supercoach 2026 has begun with the release of the draw for the new season.

To scratch the off-season itch, Tim Williams has broken down the early part of the season to work out which clubs are the winners and losers from the fixture release.

He also dives into the eye catchers for round 1, dropping his must-haves, strong buys and pre-season monitors based on the players starting at early value.

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Beers & Breakevens: Hits, misses & busting Papy, Guru's Supercoach year in review

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

With the NRL Supercoach year officially over, it's time to look back at the trade hits, misses and everything in between for Guru's team.

On Beers and Breakevens, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru run through everybody from Tommy Trbojevic, to Tommy Starling and busting Ryan Papenhuyzen for everyone.

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Beers & Breakevens: Hits, misses & Tracey, Tim's Supercoach year in review

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

With the NRL Supercoach year officially over, it's time to look back at the trade hits, misses and everything in between for Tim's team.

On Beers and Breakevens, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru run through everybody from Connor Tracey, to Reece Walsh and Herbie Farnworth (or lack thereof).

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#265, SC Playbook Supercoach 2025 awards night, who claims the MVP?

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:25:00 GMT

With the NRL Supercoach 2025 season coming to an end, it's time to sit back for the night of nights to present the awards for the standout players as we name our Team of the Year, along with a few funky awards.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and former 6th placed overall finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck for the NRL Supercoach awards show.

They go through their position-by-position winners, left-field awards and the all-important MVP of the year.

00:00 Team of the Year voting

22:00 Cheapie, Coaches, MVP

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Against the Grain: Supercoach Grand Final POD team, Shibasaki season

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 03:12:55 GMT

Broncos centre Gehamat Shibasaki has been one of the breakout stars of the NRL season, can he deliver on the game's biggest stage to cap off the perfect year?

NRL Supercoach finals are a one week play which will lead to plenty of template teams of the best players that look very similar, so what does a side look like if you leave out all of the highest owned players?

Tim Williams picks a team for NRL Supercoach grand finals, leaving out all the big dogs to go against the grain with a point of difference team.

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Half-Backed podcast: Profits flow, Hughes to deliver perfect punting season

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:52:24 GMT

The Half-Backed podcast crew are all eyeing profitable returns for the 2025 season, with plenty hinging on the performance of superstar Storm playmaker Jahrome Hughes in the 2025 NRL Grand Final.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, data analyst Jimmy Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Sam takes over the Northern Pride

04:30 Finals week three results: Iro the hero as boys step up when it matters

09:00 NRL Grand Final bets: Hughes to deliver the perfect punting season

18:00 Sam's Grand Final tip + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: No Payne in triple skipper grand final decision

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:00:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach grand final is upon us with the triple skipper decision to decide final standings, is it as simple as handing the duty to Broncos enforcer Payne Haas or do we look elsewhere for the captain's armband?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the NRL grand final.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from grand final team lists, with a fresh Patrick Carrigan returning from suspension for the Broncos.

00:00 One last hurrah

06:00 Team lists: Pat's back in the action

07:30 Team reveals and skippers

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#264, SC Playbook, Hughes the grand final hero?

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:27:58 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2025 grand final week is here, with Jahrome Hughes catching the eye after a scintillating early return from a broken arm.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach grand final week.

They go through their position-by-position picks and give a verdict on the all-important captaincy plays for the weekend.

00:00 Spy's fantasy obsession

09:00 Position-by-position analysis: Carrigan's inspiring return

25:30 Captaincy verdict

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Against the Grain: NRL Supercoach finals POD team, can Alamoti strike again?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 07:44:35 GMT

Penrith winger Paul Alamoti lit up against his former club last weekend, can he produce another masterclass to get the Panthers home at Suncorp Stadium?

Tim Williams picks a team for NRL Supercoach finals week three, leaving out all the big dogs to go against the grain with a point of difference team.

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Half-Backed podcast: Perfect Storm or Shark attack?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:46:45 GMT

Are the stars aligning for yet another Storm v Panthers grand final or can the in-form Sharks shake-up the 2025 decider with their visit to Melbourne?

00:00 Jimmy's under the pump

02:00 Finals week two results: Boys find form at business end

05:00 NRL Finals week three bets: Sharks left side to keep firing

14:00 Sam's finals week three tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Can Lil Papy return to Supercoach glory?

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Plenty of NRL Supercoach big guns are out in force for week three of finals, can Storm flyer Ryan Papenhuyzen rediscover his best to prove a key differential target at fullback?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and Kat Haddad (the Rugby League Guru has waved the white flag) together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into week three of finals.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from finals week three team lists, with Jahrome Hughes named to fire the Storm into another grand final.

00:00 Guru waves the white flag

07:00 Team lists: Broncos shake-up impact

11:40 Team reveals and skippers

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#263, SC Playbook, hunting season for hungry Staggs

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:25:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2025 finals week three is here, with Brisbane looking to end Penrith's dynasty led by a raging hot Kotoni Staggs at Suncorp Stadium.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach finals week three.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Brisbane shaking up their spine in the absence of Billy Walters.

They go through their position-by-position picks and give a verdict on the all-important captaincy plays for the weekend.

00:00 It's a dead-heat!

06:00 Team list Tuesday: Hughes returns

11:00 Position-by-position analysis: Brailey or Grant?

31:15 Captaincy verdict

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Half-Backed podcast: Sharks Iro set to shine

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:10:00 GMT

Cronulla's KL Iro set the game alight early in the year with a nine game try-scoring streak, and the strike-centre is set to rediscover his form with a finals week two trip to the Capital.

00:00 Roos, Raids fall short in the Capital

01:40 Morale of the week winner: $1000 headed for Bush footy

02:45 Finals week one results: Tim makes moves, Jimmy robbed of perfect week

05:30 NRL Finals week two bets: Preston to heap pressure on Panthers

13:20 Sam's finals week two tips + analysis

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Against the Grain: NRL Supercoach finals POD team, Starling shines

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:25:43 GMT

Tom Starling lit up for the Raiders in week one of finals despite the loss to the Broncos, so is he a better hooking prospect than Blayke Brailey for NRL Supercoach finals week two for those after a differential?

Tim Williams picks a team for NRL Supercoach finals week two, leaving out all the big dogs to go against the grain with a point of difference team.

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Beers & Breakevens: Hey Presto's blazing match-up

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach finals is all about finding the best individual match-ups per game, with Bulldogs back-rower Jacob Preston standing out as a major option against heavy favourites Penrith.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into week two of finals.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from finals week two team lists, with Bulldogs spine changes presenting opportunity across the contest.

00:00 Kat's shot at glory

08:00 Team lists: Dogs shake-up

13:10 Stat deep dive: Right right edge woes

21:50 Team reveals and skippers

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#262, SC Playbook, Sharks flyers smell blood in water

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:25:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2025 finals week two is here, with a pair of Sharks flyers looming as key match-ups to target in the wide open CTW position.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach finals week two.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with the Bulldogs shaking up their side following the injury to skipper Stephen Crichton.

They go through their position-by-position picks and give a verdict on the all-important captaincy plays for the weekend.

00:00 Spy's hot start

09:30 Team list Tuesday: Burto shifts, could Nikora start?

13:30 Position-by-position analysis: Edwards v Weekes

36:30 Captaincy verdict

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Against the Grain: NRL Supercoach finals point of difference team

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:01:00 GMT

Tim Williams picks a team for NRL Supercoach finals week one, leaving out all the big dogs to go against the grain with a point of difference team.

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Half-Backed podcast: Country rugby league hopes rest with Penrith

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 03:04:55 GMT

Our moral of the week donation is agonisingly close to lobbing, with the hopes of country rugby league resting on the shoulders of Jimmy and the Penrith Panthers.

00:00 Roos eye historic three-peat

02:40 Round 27 results: Tim makes moves, Jimmy robbed of perfect week

08:00 NRL Finals week one bets: Rampant Roosters to survive the cut

18:30 Morale of the week: All hopes rest with Penrith

21:20 Sam's finals week one tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: New champion is crowned, Supercoach finals arrives

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

A new Beers and Breakevens champion has been crowned as Supercoaches turn their attention to a brand new format of the great game with the kick-off to NRL Supercoach finals.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into week one of finals.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from finals week one team lists, with huge changes at the Storm leading into their clash with the Bulldogs.

00:00 New champion is crowned

09:00 Supercoach Finals explained

12:40 Team lists: Doubts over Walsh

47:00 Team reveals

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#261, SC Playbook, is Walsh or Teddy No.1 for week one finals?

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:32:40 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2025 finals have arrived in a completely foreign format to classic, with the big question of the week around whether Reece Walsh or James Tedesco are top pick at fullback, or do we just run with both in flex?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach finals week one.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Jacob Kiraz looming as a potential huge inclusion for the finals opener.

They explain the new format and how to attack it strategically, then go through position-by-position picks.

00:00 Matty's engaged!!!

06:20 New format explained

13:20 Team list Tuesday: Kiraz looms for Dogs

21:00 Position-by-position analysis: Grant or Brailey?

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Listener Q+A: Edwards v Turbo, who finishes with a bang?

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 02:23:54 GMT

Tom Trbojevic and Dylan Edwards have two of the best match-ups to finish the NRL Supercoach season, but which star fullback ends the season in better fashion?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 27 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Age old rivalry won't stop rampant Roosters

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:37:26 GMT

South Sydney have a chance to end the season of arch rivals the Sydney Roosters, but it won't be enough to stop the Tri-colours playing finals footy in 2025.

00:00 Captain Willy

02:00 Round 26 results: The race is on for top spot

06:30 NRL Round 27 bets: Finals bound Roosters

16:30 Morale of the week: $1000 donation loading...

18:30 Sam's round 27 tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Kini finish the season with a bang?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

As Supercoaches look for a final rankings boost, a pair of low-ownership fullbacks in Keano Kini and Trai Fuller have hit the radar as players to finish the season in style.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 27.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 27 team lists, with the Bulldogs and Storm naming friendly teams for Supercoaches battling to field a full squad to end the season.

The boys also cast an eye to the 2026 players that'll be priced at serious value to begin the Supercoach season.

00:00 Kat's Bali freshen up

10:00 Team lists: Bellamy, Ciraldo look after Supercoaches

30:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Kikau continues infection chaos

41:00 Trades and captains

48:00 2026 eye catchers: Lock in bargain priced Murray, Fifita

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#260, SC Playbook, fullback flyers to decide overall title

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:25:00 GMT

A new NRL Supercoach champion is set to be crowned following Round 27, with a number of key fullback options likely to decide who reigns supreme.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, former champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 27.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Canberra mass resting a host of highly popular Supercoach players, but it's not all bad news across the competition.

With the overall race to be decided this week, the boys look at the best match-ups to target across every game of the round.

They also recap their 2025 Supercoach season with all their key learnings from the year.

00:00 Grand final glory decided

08:00 Team list Tuesday: Green Machine rest the feet

14:00 Best match-ups to target for final round

36:00 Trade and skipper plans

42:40 What we learned from 2025 NRL Supercoach season

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Early Mail Round 27: Raiders rested, Herbie and Hughes returns loom

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:56:22 GMT

The Round 27 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 27 of the 2025 NRL Season. Restings are on the cards again with Finals spot and ladder positions sewn up for several clubs including the Raiders, Bulldogs and Storm.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft. For some bonus content Max also drops his top 3 H2H focused trades from this week.

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Weekly wrap: Marky Mark delivers grand final glory

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 10:44:49 GMT

NRL Supercoach grand finals have been decided, with Roosters flyer Mark Nawaqanitawse delivering a four try special to deliver league titles in round 26.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Moses to part Tasman sea

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:23:54 GMT

Parramatta head across to New Zealand in red-hot form in the back end of their season, with Mitch Moses set to make life difficult for the Warriors in their bid for a top four finish.

00:00 The highs and lows of punting...

01:20 Round 25 results: Tim's sick beat, Sam's near-perfect round

08:20 NRL Round 26 bets: Eels roll on

17:30 Morale of the week: We're heating up

18:30 Sam's round 26 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Iro the Hero for Supercoach grand finals

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:08:56 GMT

Sharks flyer KL Iro returns from injury just in time for NRL Supercoach grand final week, and he's landed one of the best match-ups of the round.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 26 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Super PODs, Tiger Taylan hits elite Supercoach status

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT

In a special edition episode, we look at the sub 10% owned players among top ranked teams to separate your squad from NRL Supercoach rivals, headlined by Taylan May who has returned to the NRL in scintillating style.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Strap in for Strange rollercoaster ride

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Ethan Strange is the talk of the NRL after the Miracle in Mudgee, officially the new Supercoach rollercoaster, is he worth investing in for grand final week?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 26.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 26 team lists, with restings, injuries and suspensions set to cause major dramas in grand final week.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Ethan Strange, Jayden Campbell, Mawene Hiroti and more.

00:00 Waterboy joins the show

12:40 Team lists: More changes incoming at Storm?

31:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Strange the new SC rollercoaster

39:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Kikau continues infection chaos

45:00 Trades and captains

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#259, SC Playbook, grand final carnage ft Wallaby Nick Frost (5th place overall)

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:30:00 GMT

Wallaby Nick Frost (ranked 5th overall) joins the show for NRL Supercoach grand final week, with Ivan Cleary mass resting his players leaving coaches scrambling for a squad this week.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, Wallabies lock and 5th placed overall ranked Supercoach Nick Frost, the high-flying SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 26.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with mass restings at Penrith and Melbourne leaving Supercoaches scrambling for a full squad this week.

In the hunt for overall glory, we grill Nick on what's worked for him this season and how he approaches the game.

00:00 5th placed Wallaby Nick Frost debuts

10:20 Frosty Supercoach Q+A

35:00 Team list Tuesday: Cleary shuts up shop

42:00 Best match-ups to target for grand finals

01:06:00 Trade and skipper plans

01:11:00 Listener questions: Is the trade amount enough?

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Early Mail Round 26: Cleary rested, Doueihi's gone and H2H trade targets

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:09:56 GMT

The Round 26 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 26 of the 2025 NRL Season. The Penrith Panthers are eyeing mass restings as the injury bug hits the most traded in played from Round 26 in Adam Doueihi.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

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Weekly wrap: Turbo charged No.1s fire as top trades cop knocks

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 09:59:19 GMT

Tom Trbojevic entered vintage mode with a Brookvale Oval masterclass, while injuries to top trade targets Adam Doueihi and Sam Walker had a huge impact on NRL Supercoach grand final qualifiers.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Ignoring Grant for bargain priced hookers

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 03:41:39 GMT

Many Supercoaches are without a hooker for week three of head-to-head finals, and while everyone flocks to Harry Grant, there's a number of bargain based options that may be better choices.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 25 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Phins up for DCE's 350th

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 02:10:11 GMT

The Dolphins are set to spoil the party at Brookvale for Daly Cherry-Evans' milestone 350th game, but not without the Sea Eagles' champion having a moment of his own.

00:00 Hoity-toity

04:00 Round 24 results: Thank God Jimmy's back

07:30 NRL Round 25 bets: Phins up for DCE's 350th

19:00 Morale of the week: Wet Wabbits

20:00 Sam's round 25 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Slam Duncan grand final qualifiers

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Rabbitohs live wire Tallis Duncan has been one of the revelations of the Supercoach season, is he the answer for those looking to triumph in head-to-head grand final qualifiers?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Cash in on Walker's golden boot

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Roosters playmaker Sammy Walker has sizzled since returning from injury in 2025, and his golden boot may hold the key to NRL Supercoach glory this season.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 25.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 25 team lists, with Connor Watson owners hoping Trent Robinson can stick by his team sheet.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Walker, Kotoni Staggs, Phil Sami, Tolutau Koula and more.

00:00 Staying humble as a new champ is crowned

13:00 Team lists: Watson concerns

26:30 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Keaon conundrum

37:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Walker's golden boot

46:00 Trades and captains

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#258, SC Playbook, who Doueihi shift Garrick to?

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:25:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach grand final qualifiers are here and the masses are scrambling for a new centre-wing option with the injury to Reuben Garrick, so who's the best replacement?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 25.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Keaon Koloamatangi returning from injury in the knick of time for desperate owners.

With Garrick injured, they assess the best centre-wing candidates for both one week head-to-head plays and overall plays for the final three rounds.

00:00 Spy's trippin'

09:00 Team list Tuesday: Yeo, Keaon are back on the team sheet

16:30 Garrick replacements: Best CTW targets

34:30 Hot topics: Sell a gun fullback for Walsh match-up?

44:40 Trade and skipper plans

54:50 Listener questions: Wait a week for Hiroti?

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Early Mail Round 25: Garrick gone, Tamale and Nicholson eye Raiders return

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:58:56 GMT

The Round 25 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 25 of the 2025 NRL Season. Even more SuperCoach relevant players have gone down, with Reuben Garrick expected to be ruled out for the season with a shoulder concern. Latrell and Ryan Papenhuyzen are back and a couple of Canberra Raiders are also eyeing a return from injury.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Big guns deliver, Tiger looms as No.1 Garrick replacement

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 10:45:41 GMT

Week two of head-to-head finals saw Supercoach big guns go large, while highly owned Manly centre Reuben Garrick added to the late season injury carnage.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Bulldogs cheapie unlocks cash for spending frenzy

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:30:00 GMT

With head-to-head finals in full swing Supercoaches are looking to lock in their end of seasons guns, fortunately a Bulldogs cheapie has emerged to allow a spending frenzy in the final month.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 24 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: All-in on Roger the Dodger

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:30:19 GMT

With injury comes opportunity, and the loss of defensive weapon Moses Suli at the Dragons has opened up an ideal match-up for Warriors flyer Roger Tuivasa-Sheck this weekend.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Resting policy

03:30 Round 23 results: Sam makes a move

08:00 NRL Round 24 bets: All-in on Roger the Dodger

18:30 Morale of the week: Hammer-Time

19:30 Sam's round 24 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Super POD special, goal-kicking Walsh to light up

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT

In a special edition episode, we look at the sub 10% owned players among top ranked teams to separate your squad from NRL Supercoach rivals, headlined by Reece Walsh who likely has the goal-kicking duties locked in at the Broncos.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Captaincy conundrum to blow finals wide open

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Week two of NRL Supercoach finals have arrived and it may be the most wide open round of captaincy decisions we've seen all season, so who's the best pick?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 24.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 24 team lists, with Cronulla battered by a pair of major outs and a few popular Supercoach players returning.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Tyran Wishart, Scott Drinkwater, Billy Burns, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and more.

00:00 Guru waves the white flag

11:30 Team lists: Tino's back on deck

22:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Dissecting the injury chaos

33:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Wishy washy

45:40 Trades and captains

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#257, SC Playbook, will Turbo soar Supercoaches to glory?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:25:23 GMT

NRL Supercoach legend Tom Trbojevic has hit the radar with Manly's soft run home, does he hold the key to head-to-head glory?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy, former overall champion Dezzy Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 24.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Dane Gagai shifted back to centre and a number of key players added to the injury and suspension list.

They look at the best weekly match-ups for head-to-head focused players to target to stay alive in leagues, and for overall players to chase longer term.

00:00 Dezzy's fired up

09:00 Team list Tuesday: Sharks duo and Lil Papy add to woes

16:00 Weekly head-to-head match-ups to target

33:00 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed

38:30 Hot topics: Sammy Walker the super POD

51:00 Trade and skipper plans

01:00:30 Listener questions: What to do with battling Drinky?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Konstas to India, Siraj proves there's life without Bumrah

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:55:41 GMT

Australia A are headed to India with Sam Konstas a surprise inclusion ahead of the end of year Ashes, Mohammed Siraj proves there's life in the Indian attack without Jasprit Bumrah and Joe Root makes an emphatic statement ahead of the end of year Ashes series.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

04:30 Australia v South Africa: What's at stake in Top End tour?

15:30 Australia A in the sub-continent: Konstas headlines tour

21:30 England v India Test series: Bumrah reliance ends, Root primed for Ashes

31:00 World cricket recap: Warner lights up in the UK

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Early Mail Round 24: Nikora gone, Hunt to halves and Kini comeback

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:29:43 GMT

The Round 24 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 24 of the 2025 NRL Season. Popular second row POD Briton Nikora is gone after copping a three game suspension, injuries have meant Ben Hunt returns to his favoured halfback role at Brisbane and could we be looking at the potential return of Keano Kini?

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Teddy masterclass blows H2H finals apart

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:17:13 GMT

James Tedesco put on a Supercoach masterclass against the Dolphins to dictate week one of head-to-head finals while blowing the overall race wide open.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Kini's shadow casts doubt over Brimson play

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 02:11:00 GMT

Titans playmaker AJ Brimson is one of the most popular trade targets this week, but the naming of regular fullback Keano Kini in QLD Cup has put doubt over the move long-term.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 23 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Manly's left side, strong side

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:57:59 GMT

The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles face a daunting task in the capital this weekend against the ladder leading Raiders, but their enticing left edge match-up is worth investigation for punters in Round 23.

00:00 Ru's historic three-peat

01:50 Round 22 results: Profits all round

05:20 NRL Round 23 bets: Value in Phins playmakers

15:30 Morale of the week: Cash in on Cowboys poor D

17:00 Sam's round 23 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Is rampaging Timoko the run home POD to target?

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Raiders centre Matt Timoko has stormed into Supercoach calculations off the back of consecutive centuries, do we lock in the strike weapon at CTW for the run home?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Turbo's back where he belongs

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 05:00:00 GMT

After a brief stint at centre, Tom Trbojevic has returned to Manly's fullback position in time for a glorious end of season draw for the Sea Eagles.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 23.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 23 team lists, with a potential bottom dollar cheapie emerging in place of the injured Herbie Farnworth.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at the Sam Walker effect, AJ Brimson, Dane Gagai, Tom Trbojevic and more.

00:00 The gap narrows, but not enough

11:45 Team lists: All eyes on Turbo

26:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Hold tight on busted Yeo, Kini's back!

35:00 Tim's stat deep dive: The Walker effect

52:00 Trades and captains

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#256, SC Playbook, shining Knight to replace Herbie?

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:24:34 GMT

NRL Supercoach head-to-head finals have been thrown into chaos with the injury to Herbie Farnworth, so do Supercoaches turn to Knights fullback Dane Gagai to help claim glory in 2025?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy and former overall champion Dezzy Creek are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 23.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Tommy Trbojevic's shift back to fullback presenting some interesting moves for the run home.

They look at the sub 20% owned point of difference players to separate your team from rivals for head-to-head finals, with a focus on Herbie Farnworth replacements.

00:00 The return of the King

10:30 Team list Tuesday: Turbo, Latrell shake-up fullback slot

22:00 Run home PODs: Who replaces Herbie?

37:20 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed

42:00 Hot topics: Is Gagai the No.1 target?

48:40 Trade and skipper plans

01:01:00 Listener questions: Critta's new hybrid role

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Early Mail Round 23: Turbo to fullback, Haas returns

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:49:38 GMT

The Round 23 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 23 of the 2025 NRL Season. Herbie Farnworth has been hit by the injury bug sweeping through SuperCoach and creating a huge opportunity for POD options at CTW.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Herbie injury dampens wet and wild weekend

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 09:18:08 GMT

On track for a monstrous score across the Tasman, star centre Herbie Farnworth was hamstrung leaving his masses of owners scrambling with few trades in the bank leading into head-to-head finals.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Dream run for Sharks flyers, sit v start dilemmas

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 03:45:16 GMT

Ronaldo Mulitalo has caught the eye as the Sharks prepare for a soft stretch of games, while sit v start dilemmas are beginning to hit Supercoaches hard for the run home.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 22 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Fresh Phins to break Wahs top four hopes

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 02:14:35 GMT

The Dolphins make the tough trek across the Tasman following a bye, and they're set to put a major dent in the Warriors top four hopes in Round 22.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, former TAB data analyst Jimmy Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Jimmy's dog groomer

01:10 Round 21 results: Sam saves the day

05:20 NRL Round 22 bets: Phins deal Wahs top 4 blow

15:00 Morale of the week: Getting off the mark

15:30 Sam's round 22 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Should H2H finals further reward ladder position?

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach head-to-head finals are on the horizon for both classic and draft players, should there be more reward for finishing top 2 as per the NRL competition?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Halves blown wide open for finals time

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 05:00:00 GMT

The injury to Jahrome Hughes and emergence of a number of in-form playmakers has blown the halves position wide open in the penultimate week before NRL Supercoach head-to-head finals.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 22.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 22 team lists, with a key Broncos axing testing the depth of Supercoaches even further.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Leka Halasima, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Jamal Fogarty, Isaiya Katoa and more.

00:00 Stallions and Grizzlies jersey drop

08:30 Team lists: Madge swings the axe

27:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Injury concerns linger around Haas

37:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Bite the bullet on lethal Leka?

48:00 Trades and captains

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#255, SC Playbook, does Dearden hold key to league glory?

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach five-eighth position has underwhelmed this season, after exploding on the weekend is Cowboys playmaker Tom Dearden the key to winning Supercoach head-to-head titles?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 200th placed Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 22.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with huge movement in the Storm spine with the loss of Jahrome Hughes.

They look at head-to-head finals tips and tricks and how they're attacking the run home with very different trade resources left.

00:00 Trade limits can't silence a red-hot Maxy

08:00 Team list Tuesday: Opportunity in Hughes injury

16:30 Trade set-up: Plans for final team

28:00 Head-to-head finals tips and tricks: CTW has changed

37:30 Hot topics: Boys divided over Tommy Dearden

49:30 Trade and skipper plans

52:00 Listener questions: Casey McLean the super POD

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Cricketer's Playbook: Weatherald's Ashes audition, Windies whitewash, handshake-gate

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:48:23 GMT

Jake Weatherald bursts into contention for the end of year Ashes series, Australia complete a whitewash of the West Indies, and a handshake controversy surrounds the fourth Test between England and India.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

02:20 Australia v West Indies: Is Owen locked for white ball future?

13:20 Weatherald enters Ashes opener race

22:00 England v India: Handshake refusal, fair or unfair?

28:00 World cricket recap: Root surpasses Ponting

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Early Mail Round 22: Hughes, Haumole gone as H2H Finals start

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 22:58:52 GMT

The Round 22 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 22 of the 2025 NRL Season. Jahrome Hughes and Haumole Olakau'atu are done for the regular season and Connor Tracey's injury will reshape the Bulldogs attack.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Destructive Dearden headlines surge in 5/8 form

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 10:43:29 GMT

Previously a relatively dour position in the 2025 NRL Supercoach season, the five-eighth position has exploded with the likes of Tom Dearden, Matt Burton and Jayden Campbell exploding in Round 21.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Soaring Sea Eagles to silence barking Dogs

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 05:30:08 GMT

The Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs are genuine NRL title contenders, but the in-form Sea Eagles are set to spoil their day out at Allianz Stadium with an upset on the cards.

00:00 MVP of Raiders old boys day

03:45 Round 20 results: Jimmy's stunning week to remember

12:00 NRL Round 21 bets: Cash in on Cows soft edges

22:00 Morale of the week: Wizard Walsh to light up

23:00 Sam's round 21 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Is Jahrome really a season-keeper?

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:28:36 GMT

As Supercoaches struggle to fit three gun halves into two, there's numerous reasons to considering cutting ties with Dally M medal winner Jahrome Hughes.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 21 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Is bargain priced Yeo the 2RF answer?

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT

With the 2RF position obliterated by recent injuries, do Supercoaches move to snap up a well rested Isaah Yeo following a post Origin rest?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Cleary's golden boot holds key to trade plans

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:00:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach star Nathan Cleary returns to action this week, is he simply a must or does he need the goal-kicking duties to be rushed back into teams?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 21.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 21 team lists, with Mitchell Moses' return for the Eels set to have a big impact on gun winger Zac Lomax.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Blayke Brailey, Scott Drinkwater, Dylan Edwards, Reece Walsh and more.

00:00 Simpsons intro

09:20 Team lists: Does Moses make Lomax a must?

24:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Injury carnage analysis

34:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Brailey's breathtaking run

48:00 Trades and captains

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#254, SC Playbook, injury carnage hits as guns ripen up

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:11:53 GMT

The NRL Supercoach 2025 season has been hit by a flurry of injuries as Supercoaches get low on trades, with so many proven guns on the radar who are the priority pick ups?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the not so high-flying SC Spy in 430th overall, the OG Supercoach Guru Tommy Sangster and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 21.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Nathan Cleary back on deck and Ryan Papenhuyzen still missing in action.

They look at head-to-head finals fixture analysis and roast Tommy on the future of Supercoach.

00:00 The OG Guru joins the panel

10:00 Team list Tuesday: Another week without Papy

21:00 Sangster Q+A: The future of Supercoach

28:10 Head-to-head finals fixture analysis: Softest and hardest draws

43:00 Hot topics: Cleary v Edwards, can Haas wait?

01:03:00 Trade and skipper plans

01:15:00 Listener questions: Grant still on radar or is Brailey worth the extra cash?

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Early Mail Round 21: Cleary, Moses return and injuries stack up

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 03:54:28 GMT

The Round 21 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 21 of the 2025 NRL Season. Plenty of Stars return to the field this week in Nathan Cleary, Isaah Yeo and Mitchell Moses and just as many are facing stints on the sideline.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Elite Edwards turns Supercoach run home on its head

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:20:44 GMT

NRL Supercoach Round 20 was decided by a few factors, did you buy Dylan Edwards, did you captain Dylan Edwards or did you avoid Dylan Edwards?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Green Machine masterclass on old boy's day

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 02:57:32 GMT

It's Canberra Raiders old boy's day down in the capital, and the ladder leaders are set to put on a show against an Eels side with both eyes already on 2026.

00:00 Eyes on Croker for old boy's day in the capital

02:00 Round 19 results: Jimmy narrows the gap

05:45 NRL Round 20 bets: Titans spoil Leichhardt parade

18:00 Morale of the week: Phins up

19:00 Sam's round 20 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Is Gagai the shining Knight for run home?

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:38:48 GMT

Dane Gagai is the Newcastle Knights new fullback, so is he the man Supercoaches need to target for the run home?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 20 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Sit v start battles begin, play or bench Marky Mark?

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT

With a full round of NRL games back on the cards, the decision to sit and start gun players begins to plague Supercoaches, starting this week with Mark Nawaqanitawase after a rare down week.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Edwards boots himself back to No.1 target

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards could be the man to benefit from Nathan Cleary's resting, so do Supercoaches lock in the No.1 with potential goal-kicking duties?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 20.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 20 team lists, with Sandon Smith again a shock omission at the Roosters and concern rising over a missing Papenhuyzen,

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Zac Lomax, Dylan Edwards, Tanah Boyd, Dane Gagai and more.

00:00 Waterboy in, Kat out

06:00 Team lists: Not so Cleary

23:40 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Cut ties with Lil Papy

29:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Hard draw won't stop Lomax

44:00 Trades and captains

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Cricketer's Playbook: Does Boland trump Lyon for Ashes? England's spirit of cricket questioned

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:52:32 GMT

Scott Boland's stunning 110 year record has put doubt over Nathan Lyon's spot for the Ashes, while England's spirit of cricket has again been questioned in their fiery third Test win over India.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

01:50 Australia v West Indies: Boland and Starc create history, opening woes continue

17:00 England v India: Spirit of cricket under question

24:30 World cricket recap: Aussie's Italian triumph

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#253, SC Playbook, patience runs thin on Lil Papy

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:41:55 GMT

The NRL Supercoach 2025 run home has been thrown into chaos, with Ryan Papenhuyzen unavailable once again along with hugely popular target Nathan Cleary.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy in 185th overall and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 20.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with a host of big name players unavailable in a tricky week for Supercoaches.

They look back on the major period on that they learned from the vital period of the season, and also consider whether running three halfbacks in the flex position is better than three fullbacks for the run home.

00:00 Spy's got the hot hand

11:20 Team list Tuesday: No Papy or Cleary on deck

23:40 Bye period recap: What we learned

38:00 Three halfbacks or fullbacks for the run home?

45:30 Hot topics: Crichton v Hudson

56:50 Trade and skipper plans, sit v start

01:10:30 Listener questions: Is Eli Katoa a legit captaincy contender?

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Early Mail Round 20: Brown, Galvin and the mystery of Turbo

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:51:15 GMT

The Round 20 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for Round 20 of the 2025 NRL Season. We take a look at whether Dylan Brown or Lachlan Galvin will play first grade this year, and where Turbo might line up for the Sea Eagles.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Simply the Best replacement for injured Lucas

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 11:35:32 GMT

A devastating injury to Knights back-rower Dylan Lucas has Supercoaches on the lookout for a replacement, so is the best option a super low-ownership backline beast in teammate Bradman Best?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Homebound Warriors to feast on Tigers

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:37:27 GMT

The New Zealand Warriors have lost their past two, but a return home to Auckland is set the see them flex their muscle and feast on the Tigers.

00:00 Origin recap: Sam's take on struggling Cleary and Dearden's masterclass

12:30 Round 18 results: Tim extends his lead

15:30 NRL Round 19 bets: Cash in on Origin outs

24:30 Morale of the week: Penrith's form surge to continue

26:10 Sam's round 19 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Alternate hooking options from the big two

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 02:50:30 GMT

The NRL Supercoach hooking spot is the talking point of Round 19, who are the best alternate options outside of Connor Watson and Harry Grant for those looking for differential picks?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 19 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Beers & Breakevens: Watson or Grant to solve hooking woes?

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:00:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach hooking position is as chaotic as ever this week, to solve the headache do we lock in Harry Grant or Connor Watson for the run home?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 19.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 19 team lists, with sharp-shooter Tanah Boyd emerging as a potential buy at the Warriors.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Jahrome Hughes, Brian To'o, Valentine Holmes and more.

00:00 Kat dogs the boys

09:20 Team lists: Which Origin players will actually back up?

38:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Papy's tightness, Cleary and Haas concerns

45:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Hughes away from home

53:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#252, SC Playbook, scramble begins to grab Origin stars

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:45:33 GMT

The NRL Supercoach 2025 run home starts now, so do we rush to grab the likes of Nathan Cleary and Payne Haas post Origin or let the dust settle for another round?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Chairman Adam Driussi, the high-flying SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 19.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Sammy Walker's return resulting in the axing of Sandon Smith, and Tanah Boyd getting the nod as the Warriors new halfback.

They audit the Spy's team for the run home, working out his perfect squad and plans for every position.

00:00 SC Playbook day at the footy recap, Waterboy wins MVP

09:40 Team list Tuesday: Walker returns at Sandon's expense

18:30 Spy's team audit: Chasing his final team

37:50 Hot topics: Lomax v Holmes

53:30 Trade and skipper plans

57:00 Listener questions: Yeo for the run home?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Aussie opening candidates for Ashes, triple century declaration

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 07:01:34 GMT

Australia claimed victory in the second Test against the West Indies but the opening batsmen headaches intensified, so who are the options putting pressure on Sam Konstas for the end of year Ashes?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

00:00 Tumbling records has Rando in heaven

02:00 Australia v West Indies: Konstas struggles, who are the replacement options?

18:00 England v India: Shubman Gill historic Test tonnes

26:00 Wiaan Mulder's stunning declaration on 367*

31:00 World cricket recap: Riley Meredith stars in the UK

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Early Mail Round 19: Walker's on and Origin back ups.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 06:30:43 GMT

The Round 19 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for the last Minor Origin impacted round for the 2025 season. The Chooks could welcome back Sam Walker this week with serious impacts for SuperCoaches out there who own Sandon Smith.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: POD Weekes and Meaneys

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:32:41 GMT

The final major bye round is over, and it was a few major point of differences that separated the best in NRL Supercoach as we near the run to finals.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Super Saab shines at Brookie

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:58:34 GMT

Jason Saab is a try-scoring star, and the introduction of Tom Trbojevic inside him is set to see the star winger add plenty more to his growing tally this season.

01:40 Round 17 results: Jimmy's back with a bang

05:00 NRL Round 18 bets: Papy's in Town

11:30 Morale of the week: Country club bags $1000 donation

14:30 Sam's round 18 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Is Paps a keeper after Supercoach slide?

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:48:49 GMT

A poor five round Supercoach average has put question marks over Ryan Papenhuyzen as a season-long keeper, so could we go against the Storm flyer for the run home?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 18 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Red flags around whippet Weekes

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Raiders flyer Kaeo Weekes is a man in demand this week, but the rollercoaster ride of volatile scoring puts risk around the NRL Supercoach purchase.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: All eyes on Marky Mark

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Sydney Roosters recruit Mark Nawaqanitawase is the centre of attention for Supercoaches this week, but is he a final team keeper for the run home?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 18.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 18 team lists, with a Roosters reshuffle to impact Mark Nawaqanitawase.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at the Warriors NSW Cup halves, Reuben Garrick, Ezra Mam and more.

00:00 Ru's School reunion

09:00 Team lists: Origin outs cause mass movement

24:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Bad news for Couchman

38:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Warriors NSW Cup halves stats you can't ignore

52:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#251: SC Playbook, which Doggies destroyer has most bite?

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:22:20 GMT

The Bulldogs back-row NRL Supercoach pair of Viliame Kikau and Jacob Preston are major targets this week, so which strike-forward is the better buy?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and the high-flying SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 18.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with cheapies dropping at the right time with the third major bye round incoming.

They take a look at their short-term planning in coming bye rounds, looking at targeted numbers and how hard they'll attack post-Origin.

00:00 Spy's tail is up

07:30 Team list Tuesday: Couchman headlines Dragons dramas

15:00 Short-term strategy: Trades and numbers

32:00 Hot topics: Time for Marky Mark?

59:50 Trade and skipper plans

01:06:30 Listener questions: Is Lomax a post Origin period must?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Is Cam too green for new role?

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 06:04:37 GMT

Australian allrounder Cameron Green is the latest player to take the coveted number three spot in the batting order, but after four failures is it the right call to persist?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

00:00 Lyon palms off Aussie team song

02:30 Australia v West Indies: Green's top order woes continue

17:40 England v India: Stunning numbers exposing India's attack

22:40 World cricket recap: Mitch Owen goes gangbusters

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Early Mail Round 18: Origin impacts and Dragons, Tigers depth tested.

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:30:40 GMT

The Round 18 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring you all the expected squads for the last Major Origin impacted round for the 2025 season. The depth of the Dragons and Tigers will be seriously tested with multiple injuries hitting both squads and creating some juicy SuperCoach impacts for their opposition.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Drink's flow on the Goldy

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:21:55 GMT

Scott Drinkwater went gangbusters to cap off round 17, with the week's most popular skipper putting on a masterclass against the Titans on the Gold Coast.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Magic Johnston closes gap on try-scoring record

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 02:19:18 GMT

Alex Johnston is closing in on rugby league's try-scoring record, and the gap is only going to tighten when the Rabbitohs head to Suncorp Stadium to face the Dolphins.

01:40 Round 16 results: Tim enters the green

05:20 NRL Round 17 bets: Warriors to cause upset, but cash in on Broncos flyer

17:00 Morale of the week: Magic Johnston

18:00 Sam's round 17 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Take a flyer on Wizard Walsh?

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:47:36 GMT

Reece Walsh has stormed into Supercoach form with big scores on return from injury, do we roll the dice on the flamboyant flyer at the Broncos?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 17 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Are we sleeping on Preston?

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Jacob Preston was among the best 2RFs to start the NRL Supercoach season prior to suspension, should we be giving him more attention for the Bulldogs run home?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Turbo charged Garrick to spread wings

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Manly's backline reshuffle will have huge Supercoach ramifications for several players, with Reuben Garrick set to thrive on his return to the wing.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 17.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 17 team lists, with popular trade-in Hudson Young a devastating out for new owners.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Alex Johnston, Reuben Garrick, Viliame Kikau, Scott Drinkwater and more.

00:00 Timmy Bill Williams

10:40 Team lists: Huddo misses out for Green Machine

27:20 Team structure: Critiquing Guru's long-term plan

46:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Wing it with Reuben

55:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Cut ties with wounded Tino?

58:30 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#250: SC Playbook, can Harry Houdini solve hooking woes?

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:17:32 GMT

The NRL Supercoach hooking position has under-whelmed in season 2025, with highly owned players out is it time to turn to the tried and tested Harry Grant?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy, 2021's sixth-placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 17.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Tommy Trbojevic's move to centre set to have massive Supercoach ramifications.

They take a look at the hooking position, discussing the long-term plan in a troublesome position.

00:00 Introducing Nicole Casanova

08:00 Team list Tuesday: Manly's major shake-up

17:40 Hooker deep dive: Grant v Watson

31:00 Hot topics: Is Karapani too good to pass up?

44:00 Trade and skipper plans

52:00 Listener questions: Kikau v Preston

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Cricketer's Playbook: Konstas headlines new era, twin tonnes cement Pant's legacy

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:30:13 GMT

The latest cycle of cricket's World Test Championship has begun, with Australia starting their new campaign with fresh talent in Sam Konstas headlining a new-look squad against the West Indies.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

00:00 Are we rooting for India or England?

03:50 Australia v West Indies: Konstas heads new-look Aussie order

17:00 Big Bash Draft winners and losers: Pakistani power

22:00 England v India: Enigmatic Pant's twin tonnes

28:00 World cricket recap: Maxwell's blistering century

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Early Mail Round 17: Lehi era begins at Manly, Eels judiciary blows

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:53:20 GMT

The Round 17 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here to bring in the Lehi era at Manly. The Eels have also lost two starters at the judiciary and Nathan Cleary and Payne Haas are set to play despite managing injuries. We also drop our best Draft waiver picks ahead of Round 17 to help you cover the next Major bye round.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Haas goes beast mode, Nawaqanitawase dominates

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 11:00:49 GMT

Roosters flyer Mark Nawaqanitawase lit up round 16, do Supercoaches lock him in for the run home after their bye or look elsewhere for high upside CTW prospects?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Does Moses injury hurt Lomax's ceiling?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:33:36 GMT

Zac Lomax is edging towards must-have territory, but with his right edge halfback Mitch Moses injured is it now worth waiting until after the Origin period?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 16 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Green Machine tame Tigers in C-Town

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 03:20:10 GMT

The Canberra Raiders are firming as genuine NRL title contenders in 2025, and they're set to make another statement to rivals as they take on the Tigers in Campbelltown.

00:00 Not so Blue skies

02:10 Round 15 results: Garrick delivers, Jimmy's sick beat

05:00 Origin recap: Messy night in Perth

12:00 NRL Round 16 bets: Fullbacks with point to prove

23:00 Morale of the week: Eels upset

24:00 Sam's round 16 tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Can Talakai break Sharks left centre curse?

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Siosifa Talakai has been a Supercoach stud in the past when starting at centre, so is he worth jumping on or is it not worth the likely short-term play?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 16.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 16 team lists, with question marks over a host of Origin stars backing-up.

Pushing just past the mid-way mark of the season, the boys reflect on their year so far, how they're placed moving forward and what they think of the 13-man major bye week set-up.

00:00 Drama at Ru's Centre of Excellence

07:00 Team lists: Penrith mass rest Origin stars

30:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Good news for Koloamatangi, bad news for Olakau'atu

44:00 Mid-season recap, thoughts so far

01:01:40 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#249: SC Playbook, Ola headlines back-row carnage

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:39:09 GMT

NRL Supercoach injuries are starting to pile up, with the highly owned Haumole Olakau'atu headlining drama in the 2RF position, so who are the best replacements?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 16.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Fletcher Sharpe named to play alongside a host of Origin stars.

They take a look at the 2RF position, discussing the best replacements for injured guns.

00:00 Spy's tag finals

07:20 How are we placed for trades?

14:10 Team list Tuesday: Penrith mass rest, Sharpe named

21:50 2RF deep dive: Who replaces Ola?

46:00 Hot topics: Cash in on Bostock?

50:00 Trade and skipper plans

52:40 Listener questions: What's the strategy at hooker?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Proteas power, where to now for fallen Aussies?

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 06:27:10 GMT

South Africa claimed their first World Test Championship title with victory against Australia who may look to new faces for the next cycle.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

00:00 Top three teams you want to beat

04:00 World Test Championship final recap: Proteas power, Aussie pain

24:00 Sixers sign Pakistani superstar Babar Azam

27:30 Big Bash League 2025/26 Draft eye-catchers

31:30 World Team of the Week

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Early Mail Round 16: Origin back ups projected, Young's a Knight

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:15:17 GMT

The Round 16 edition of the Early Mail podcast is here with projections for every Origin star and their chances of backing up. Plus Dom Young's a Knight, Ben Hunt returns for the Broncos and the Rabbitohs injury woes deepen. We also take a deep dive into the strength of schedule for all clubs from Rounds 16 - 22 to help you prepare for your Draft and Head to Head Finals.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Herculean Herbie and Doggies back-rowers find bark

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:07:46 GMT

Dolphins strike-centre Herbie Farnworth blew the Supercoach weekend wide open, while a pair of Bulldogs back-rowers loom as POD players for the back end of the season.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Bargain hunting around Sharks centres

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 02:59:50 GMT

Cronulla may be going through a rough run of form, but there's value to be had among two bottomed out centres in the Shire.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 15 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Phins up as points flow in Townsville

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:18:03 GMT

The Dolphins have come into red-hot form of late and the panel are in agreement that they won't be stopped in Townsville against a heavily undermanned Cowboys outfit.

00:00 "Hurry up and get to the results"

01:00 Round 14 results: Why Sam wanted the results...

04:30 NRL Round 15 bets: DCE's redemption

17:00 Morale of the week: Bleeding Blue

19:00 Sam's round 15 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Smart but boring, time to lock in a front-row captain?

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT

NRL Supercoach 2025 is the year of the front-row forward, so is it time we simply lock in the boring but safe option of a prop captain every round?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Is Cherry ripe or rattled?

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Daly Cherry-Evans has come onto the Supercoach radar after his Queensland Origin snub, so do we ignore the warning signs and snap the veteran up at a bargain price?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 15.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 15 team lists, with major outs including KL Iro and Lehi Hopoate adding drama to an already tough bye round.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Beau Fermor, Scott Drinkwater, Jesse Ramien, Mawene Hiroti and more.

00:00 Wounded warriors

06:30 Team lists: Turbo returns, but at what capacity?

20:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Any concern for Campbell?

30:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Supercoaches to capitalise on Fermor's Origin snub

44:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#248: SC Playbook, Cleary plans and halfback replacements

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:35:00 GMT

Nathan Cleary is the best halfback in NRL Supercoach, but set to likely miss three of the next four rounds is he a hold or sell, and if so, who to?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dezzy Creek, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 15.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Sam Walker’s return heavily impacting key Supercoach players.

They take a look at the halfback position, discussing whether to hold or sell Nathan Cleary and who his best replacements are.

00:00 Dezzy's fired up

08:50 Team list Tuesday: Sandon’s snub

13:00 Cleary plans and potential replacements

32:00 Rando’s stat deep dive: Kiraz the centre

41:40 Hot topics: Are we chasing Isaako’s points?

49:00 Trade and skipper plans

53:50 Listener questions: Tupou the super POD

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Weekly wrap: Halves headaches, what to do with Cleary and Munster?

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 09:14:12 GMT

Nathan Cleary and Cameron Munster are elite NRL Supercoach halves, but with Origin to heavily impact their schedule after poor performances are they holds or sells?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Panthers to purr in another must-win clash

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 03:34:15 GMT

The Penrith Panthers can't afford to drop games after a slow start to the season, with a statement to be made against the Tigers on the long weekend.

00:00 Son (in-law) of a Raiders legend

01:50 Round 13 results: Sam bounces back

04:00 NRL Round 14 bets:

11:30 Morale of the week: Storm surge

12:40 Sam's round 14 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Flip Munster or cash in on the Cows?

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 01:54:21 GMT

Cameron Munster looms as a potential sell in coming weeks, but is it worth waiting to let him cash in on the Cowboys match-up in Melbourne?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 14 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Can Isaako replicate his brilliant best?

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Dolphins flyer Jamayne Isaako was a Supercoach star of the past, can he get back to his brilliant best or are the red flags too hard to ignore?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Is it the right time for No.1 Campbell?

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Jayden Campbell looks an NRL Supercoach must at some stage, but is this week really the right time to buy the Titans playmaker?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 14.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 14 team lists, with the no show of Murray Taulagi to have huge Supercoach ramifications on the week's most traded player.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Jayden Campbell, Jackson Ford, Damien Cook and more.

00:00 Back to the old digs

09:10 Team lists: Tigers gun rookie shakes up Supercoach buys

22:40 NRL Physio's injury wrap: No fear on Kiraz return

35:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Campbell at fullback v halfback

50:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#247: SC Playbook, Hop on lethal Lehi

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:24:24 GMT

Manly flyer Lehi Hopoate is putting up a stunning NRL Supercoach case in any position, so is he a must-have or do non-owners look elsewhere?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dezzy Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 14.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Jacob Kiraz back on deck for the Bulldogs and mystery surrounding recruit Lachy Galvin.

They take a look at team structure moving through the Origin period and whether it's now time to shift focus on reaching your best 18 over bye coverage players.

00:00 Dezzy's fresh cut

10:50 Team list Tuesday: King Kiraz returns just in time

21:30 Shifting team structure and trade plans

42:20 Hot topics: Time to cut ties with Toia?

54:40 Trade and skipper plans

01:04:20 Listener questions: Cooking the hooking saviour

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Cricketer's Playbook: South African WTC final threats, Kohli v Ponting IPL final

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:52:37 GMT

The World Test Championship final is just around the corner, so who's the threats from South Africa and what does the IPL final result mean to the legacies of Virat Kohli and Ricky Ponting.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

00:00 Biggest week on the calendar

02:20 World Test Championship final squad: South Africa threats

19:00 Glenn Maxwell ODI retirement

28:20 IPL final: Impact on Kohli, Ponting legacies

33:30 World Team of the Week

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Early Mail Round 14: Bunnies stars to return, Dogs to unveil Galvin

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:49:32 GMT

South Sydney are set to welcome back a pair of stars to propel their finals charge, while the Bulldogs will unveil big name signing Lachlan Galvin against the Eels.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: King Keaon delivers for the masses

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 11:25:05 GMT

Rabbitohs enforcer Keaon Koloamatangi was among the most traded in players in Round 13, and the back-row gun delivered in style for happy new owners with a century against the Warriors.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Api Supercoaches scramble amid Origin fallout

Thu, 29 May 2025 06:42:21 GMT

With the State of Origin opener over, attention turns to the fallout for Supercoaches with questions lingering over the likes of Harry Grant, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and plenty more this weekend.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 13 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Beware a busted DCE at Brookie

Thu, 29 May 2025 02:25:44 GMT

Manly's form has been mixed in 2025, but the stars are aligning for a right edge masterclass at Brookvale Oval led by a hurting Daly Cherry-Evans.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, former TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Dog groomers and blue skies

03:00 Round 12 results: Jimmy's hot streak

07:00 Origin recap: Crichton's defensive masterclass

14:40 NRL Round 13 bets: Sea Eagles right edge blitz

25:30 Morale of the week: Battle of the West

27:40 Sam's round 13 tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Bunnies duo feeling the base

Wed, 28 May 2025 02:00:00 GMT

As we edge deeper into the NRL bye period, a pair of Rabbitohs enforcers with new roles have burst onto the Supercoach radar of many.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 13.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 13 team lists, with good early signs for a host of Origin stars.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Euan Aitken, Luciano Leilua, Kitione Kautoga and more.

14:00 Team lists: Dragons Supercoach gun returns

27:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Turbo update, what's the deal?

41:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Aitken appeal

51:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#246: SC Playbook, Turbo puts cork in mini-bye plans

Tue, 27 May 2025 10:02:41 GMT

The first NRL Supercoach 2025 mini-bye round is upon us, with Tom Trbojevic headlining the drama that may see plenty of Supercoaches short on numbers this week.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 13.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Turbo out and Tom Jenkins getting a start over a highly touted teammate.

They take a look at the Origin players they're holding and selling across the coming months, including a few potential buys headlined by Zac Lomax.

00:00 A moment for non-Lucas owners

07:20 Team list Tuesday: Turbo troubles

14:30 Eye on Origin: Players to hold and sell

39:40 Hot topics: Keen on Keaon

51:50 Trade and skipper plans

01:00:00 Listener questions: Is Tamale a keeper?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Marnus or Konstas for World Test Championship spot?

Tue, 27 May 2025 06:57:07 GMT

Australia's World Test Championship final squad has been named with debate raging over whether out of form veteran Marnus Labuschagne or rookie Sam Konstas will open the batting.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy who are on deck to look at the world in cricket.

They also recap the 2025 English County Cricket season, looking at Cam Green's dominant form, while also recapping the legacy left by the retiring Virat Kohli in the Test cricket arena including the impact of his final two years

00:00 Happy birthday Rando

02:50 World Test Championship final squad: Konstas v Marnus

17:00 International view: Kohli legacy, impact of final two years on Test greats

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Early Mail Round 13: Origin back-ups and Bye Round draw analysis

Mon, 26 May 2025 04:19:39 GMT

The first mini bye round is here and we take a look into who will and won't back up for their club side. Plus we dive into the best draws for the bye period to help you identify which teams to target between now and end of Round 19.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Lucas looks Sharpe as duo define round

Sun, 25 May 2025 09:08:53 GMT

Knights duo Dylan Lucas and Fletcher Sharpe went enormous against a depleted Panthers outfit to define how the first NRL Supercoach major bye round played out.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Huge Haas call could define bye-period

Thu, 22 May 2025 04:07:06 GMT

Star prop Payne Haas is on the chopping block for plenty of Supercoaches ahead of the Origin bye period, so do we cut the elite FRF or stick by despite his injury concern?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 12 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Nicho's Sharks to pile on the points

Thu, 22 May 2025 00:54:14 GMT

Up against an injury and Origin depleted Roosters outfit, Nicho Hynes is set to put on a show for the Sharks with the potential for a bye round blow out.

00:00 Umbrella's out

02:20 Round 11 results: Turbo troubles

05:40 Cleary, Moses NSW combo, how will it work?

09:50 NRL Round 12 bets: Origin saves the Knights

19:20 Reformed gambler shares his story (snippet)

24:00 Morale of the week: Shark attack

24:40 Sam's round 12 tips + analysis

30:40 Full former punter interview

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The Late Show: Marky Mark's irresistible Supercoach case

Wed, 21 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Roosters flyer Mark Nawaqanitawase sent rugby league viral last week, so is it time Supercoaches get the star outside back into their squads?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Turbo temptation proves too much

Wed, 21 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Manly fullback Tom Trbojevic is back on the NRL Supercoach radar, so are we ready to take on his tumultuous injury history yet again?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 12.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 12 team lists, with Luke Garner's weird Tuesday impacting trades.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Joe Tapine, Addin Fonua-Blake, Herbie Farnworth and more.

13:00 Team lists: What's up with Garner?

27:30 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Haas, Lucas news rattles the boys

33:00 To Turbo or not to Turbo?

44:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Tapine's attacking onslaught

01:05:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#245: SC Playbook, Teddy call proves a huge Payne

Tue, 20 May 2025 09:55:03 GMT

James Tedesco is the most traded in NRL Supercoach player this week, Payne Haas is among the most traded out, so what's making both decisions so hard?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 12.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with great news for Dylan Lucas owners and bad news for those banking on Tom Cant.

They take a look at the concept of 'nuffing' explaining what it is, when to use it and who the best options are.

00:00 Captains rule (for some)

08:10 Team list Tuesday: Garner drama

26:30 Nuffing: When is the best time?

50:30 Hot topics: Teddy and Haas hold trade keys

59:20 Trade and skipper plans

01:04:00 Listener questions: Ola or AFB?

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Early Mail Round 12: Origin impacts at club-land and best bye targets

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:23:40 GMT

The first major bye is here and the usual State of Origin shocks have thrown up huge changes to the 10 sides competing in Round 12. We've preview every side, the SuperCoach impacts and dive into the best plug and play options in your Draft side for this week.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Injuries, Origin leave coaches depleted for bye round

Sun, 18 May 2025 12:23:44 GMT

Injuries and Origin bolters have left Supercoaches scrambling ahead of the first major bye round of the NRL season.

The Spy steps into the hot-seat to recap the NRL SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Turbo charged Origin statement

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:00:45 GMT

Tom Trbojevic has one game to prove he's ready for NSW Origin selection, so prepare for a Sea Eagles masterclass in Townsville.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, SC Playbook's Tim Williams and former TAB data analyst James Hughes to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 We've done it! Cashing in for country footy

05:20 Round 10 results: Sam bounces back

09:00 NRL Round 11 bets: Turbo charged Sea Eagles

24:20 Morale of the week: How big can we go?

25:40 Sam's round 11 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Drink up or risk running dry

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:11:20 GMT

Scott Drinkwater is the in-form player of NRL Supercoach, at over $900k do we pay up or look to spread the funds elsewhere?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 11 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Does Keaon's middle move make him a must?

Wed, 14 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Rabbitohs enforcer Keaon Koloamatangi has made the move back to the middle of the field where he's been a Supercoach stud in the past, does this make him a buy moving forward?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: What to do with absent Cleary?

Wed, 14 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Supercoach star Nathan Cleary is set to miss a string of games over the next few months due to State of Origin and byes, so do coaches hold or sell the gun Panther?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 11.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 11 team lists, with Keaon Koloamatangi's shift to the middle presenting plenty of value in the Rabbitohs enforcer.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Zac Hosking, Josh Addo-Carr, Jamayne Isaako and more.

07:00 Team lists: All eyes on Lomax

16:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Hold or sell busted Marzhew?

41:50 Tim's stat deep dive: One Raider to another

52:40 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#244: SC Playbook, red flags around Dragons new King

Tue, 13 May 2025 10:19:58 GMT

Lyhkan King-Togia is the most traded in player for NRL Supercoach this week, so why are the crew all going against the Dragons playmaker?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, Bulldogs Chairman Adam Driussi and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 11.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Jaxon Purdue's positional shift creating huge interest on the rookie playmaker.

They take a look at their bye-period plans around numbers for each week, and work out whether three in-form fullbacks are worth paying up for or going against.

00:00 Adz is back on deck

08:10 Team list Tuesday: Purdue's halves shift

16:00 Crichton's impact on Bulldogs rise

26:30 Bye-planning: How many numbers do we need?

37:00 Fullbacks: Pay up or avoid red-hot trio?

50:30 Hot topics: King-Togia looms as a trap

59:20 Trade and skipper plans

01:04:00 Listener questions: Mahoney the hooking bargain?

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Cricketer's Playbook: IPL postponement, Harris enters Aussie opening race

Mon, 12 May 2025 09:25:00 GMT

The Indian Premier League has been postponed, so what does this mean for the stars of the tournament moving forward?

Meanwhile, Australian opener Marcus Harris put his name up for the Test opening spot after another County cricket century.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden as they recap the past week of the IPL, looking at the stunning century of Vaibhav Suryavanshi and the tournament postponement.

They also recap the 2025 English County Cricket season, with Marcus Harris staking his claim for a Test recall, while they also take a look over the Australian domestic cricket contract movements.

01:30 IPL postponement: What happens now?

08:20 IPL world angle: 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi stuns the world

12:40 County Cricket recap: Harris puts name up for recall

07:00 Australian domestic cricket contract news

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Early Mail Round 11: Lomax, Grant back plus Finals Draw Review

Mon, 12 May 2025 04:44:37 GMT

A host of players return in Round 11 including Harry Grant, Zac Lomax and Ezra Mam. Plus for bonus content we take a dive into the Round 23-26 Finals for Draft comps to see whose got the best and worst matchups and talk through what strategies you can use to maximise your team setup from here.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Perfect Papy blows Supercoach wide open

Sun, 11 May 2025 10:26:18 GMT

Storm flyer Ryan Papenhuyzen put on four tries and an NRL Supercoach masterclass to blow Round 10 wide open on Sunday afternoon.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Are we feeling Jazzy?

Thu, 08 May 2025 02:55:33 GMT

Veteran Manly forward Jazz Tevaga has burst into NRL Supercoach contention in recent weeks, but are the red flags too hard to ignore?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 10 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Country rugby league hopes rest on Storm

Thu, 08 May 2025 00:59:28 GMT

With $1000 on the line for bush footy, all hopes hinge on the Melbourne Storm to get the weekly moral over the line for the Half-Backed team.

00:00 What really grinds Sam's gears

06:00 Round 9 results: Tim's sore shoulders

08:20 Morale of the week: One away from CRL donation

11:10 NRL Round 10 bets: Wahs run to continue in the Gong

20:50 Sam's round 10 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Halasima's limitless Supercoach potential

Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Rookie Warriors back-rower Leka Halasima has landed a big minute edge role, just how high is his NRL Supercoach potential moving forward?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: McInnes holds key to hooking woes

Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

The hooking slot has caused Supercoaches headaches all season, with an unlikely Sharks workhorse emerging as the solution to our woes.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 10.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 10 team lists, with popular 2RF Jacob Preston rubbed out of action for a month.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Fletcher Sharpe, Jesse Ramien, Cameron McInnes and more.

06:00 Team lists: Preston's bid falls short

23:00 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Caution on Jayden's shock return

50:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Sharpe loves the tough stuff

01:05:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#243: SC Playbook, Knights edges headline our low-ownership special

Tue, 06 May 2025 09:56:54 GMT

It's time to turn our attention to the NRL Supercoach low-ownership players to differentiate your squad from rivals, with the Knights edges proving simply the Best POD value for coaches.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 10.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with bad news for Tom Jenkins ahead of a huge cash rise and the early return of Jayden Campbell.

They deep dive into the point of difference players at tiny ownership to give your Supercoach side an edge, and also the high ownership players they're looking to go against moving forward.

00:00 Magic round leaves its mark

11:20 Team list Tuesday: Campbell's early return shakes up 5/8

23:30 PODs and anti-PODs: Differentiating your team

54:00 Hot topics: Risk in moving early on King-Togia

01:02:30 Trade and skipper plans

01:09:20 Listener questions: Kikau trap or treasure

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Early Mail Round 10: Mam returns, JC is close plus Origin Draft PODs

Mon, 05 May 2025 02:42:35 GMT

Ezra Mam highlights a long list of returnees including Latrell Mitchell and Brian To'o, and we dive into some POD players for your Draft bye rounds.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Knights sharpen up as KP finds magic

Sun, 04 May 2025 11:18:53 GMT

Newcastle bounced back to form at Magic round with Fletcher Sharpe and Kalyn Ponga hitting their straps for owners at Suncorp Stadium.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Take a flyer on Broncos new No.1 Cobbo?

Thu, 01 May 2025 03:41:35 GMT

Selwyn Cobbo impressed in his new role at fullback for the Broncos, at bargain value is he worth a flyer heading into Magic Round?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 9 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Broken Knights to rediscover their magic

Thu, 01 May 2025 00:20:14 GMT

Newcastle have lost their spark in attack this season, but the crew are confident they'll find their magic at Suncorp Stadium against a battered Rabbitohs outfit.

00:00 Spy's Magic roast

04:20 Round 8 results: ANZAC Day ensures profits run strong

07:10 NRL Round 9 bets: Storm surge to end Magic Round

23:30 Morale of the week: Cash flows, panic sets in

26:20 Sam's round 9 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Is sizzling Purdue a season keeper?

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Cowboys rookie Jaxon Purdue is putting together a scintillating debut NRL season and it's translating to Supercoach scoring, is the versatile flyer a potential season keeper?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Fermor, Lucas duel it out as best buy

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Origin smokeys Beau Fermor and Dylan Lucas are hot property in NRL Supercoach this week, which of the dual position forwards loom as the better buy?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 9.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 9 team lists, with hope that returning Knights forwards can help rescue Kalyn Ponga's scoring.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Beau Fermor, Sandon Smith, Briton Nikora and more.

11:40 Team lists:

22:30 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Boost for Savala buyers

43:40 Tim's stat deep dive: Dual over Fermor and Lucas

54:10 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#242: SC Playbook, Haas, May 'Flex' new captaincy standard

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:39:58 GMT

Captaincy choices in NRL Supercoach 2025 have changed dramatically, with Payne Haas and Terrell May looming as set-and-forget options, while the Flex rule has moved the bar for vice-captaincy loopholes.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 9.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with bad news for a host of cheapies including Thomas Cant and Mawene Hiroti.

They deep dive into vice-captaincy loopholing, explaining how to implement the vital NRL Supercoach tactic and how the bar has changed due to the introduction of the 'Flex' position.

00:00 Spy leaves the shadow

11:30 Team list Tuesday: Bad news for key cheapies

16:30 Vice-captaincy loopholes: The bar has moved

31:30 Hot topics: Tedesco v Drinky

50:00 Trade and skipper plans

01:03:00 Listener questions: Hold or sell King Gutho?

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Cricketer's Playbook: 14-year-old IPL debutant, Aussie quick's County demolition

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Australian quick Fergus O'Neill has set the UK alight in his County cricket stint, Cam Green notched a century, while India have unveiled a 14-year-old Indian Premier League debutant who started with a bang.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they recap the past week of the IPL, looking at the debut of Vaibhav Suryavanshi and whether or not Virat Kohli is the undisputed No.1 IPL player of all-time.

They also recap the 2025 English County Cricket season, with Cameron Green staking his claim for a spot in the World Test Championship Final and quick Fergus O'Neill lighting up the competition.

02:20 IPL Aussie angle: Hazlewood takes IPL by storm

07:50 IPL world angle: 14-year-old prodigy debuts, is Kohli the GOAT?

16:20 County Cricket recap: Green tonnes, O'Neill lights up

19:50 World Team of the Week

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Early Mail Round 9: Schuster's return, and how to Bye plan for Draft

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 05:14:36 GMT

Josh Schuster looks set for his debut at Souths, while three Bulldogs have been whacked with bans. There's injury concerns for AFB and Api and we talk bye round coverage.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Drinky, Teddy blow fullback wide open

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 09:31:36 GMT

The fullback position continues to rattle Supercoaches, with Kalyn Ponga struggling again and Scotty Drinkwater and James Tedesco going huge to grab the attention of non-owners, so who's the best pick moving forward?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Locked in for ANZAC Day blockbuster

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 03:50:06 GMT

The Dragons and Roosters ANZAC Day clash is one of the most anticipated on the NRL calendar, and the boys have targeted the clash with all three lock bets in the same clash.

00:00 ANZAC two-up strategy

03:00 Round 7 results: The form continues

07:30 NRL Round 8 bets: Value aplenty in Red V

20:40 Morale of the week: Jimmy grows a pair

22:40 Sam's round 8 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Can Burto better Mad Dog Munster?

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:43:32 GMT

Plenty of Supercoaches are turning to Cameron Munster in a troublesome five-eighth position, should Matt Burton be in the conversation?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 8 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Why wait on Presto's magic?

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Bulldogs strike forward Jacob Preston is in rare Supercoach form, should we be jumping on before his price tag risks getting out of range?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Is Gutho's time up?

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:09:15 GMT

Dragons fullback Clint Gutherson started the season on a hot streak, but after a lean spell of scoring should Supercoaches look to cash in at top dollar?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 8.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 8 team lists, with big news around the Roosters backline that's created Supercoach opportunity.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Scott Drinkwater, Paul Alamoti, Ryan Papenhuyzen and more.

06:30 Team lists: Hiroti boost, Turbo returns

22:45 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Lucas fit and firing

39:40 Tim's stat deep dive: Don't fear Drinky's floor

49:00 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#241: SC Playbook, bye-planning reveals perfect Drink

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:07:19 GMT

The NRL Supercoach 2025 fullback position is changing every round, with Origin bye-period plans throwing up Scott Drinkwater as the latest No.1 contender.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and 2019 champion Dez Creek are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 8.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with Latrell Mitchell shifted to fullback and Dylan Lucas and Tom Trbojevic headlining a host of returning stars.

They deep dive into the Origin period draw analysis to reveal the teams and players to target and avoid moving forward.

00:00 Greg the Leg's tacklebust record

08:30 Team list Tuesday: Latrell's back where he belongs

18:30 Fixture analysis: Teams to target/avoid across major bye period

28:30 Hooking targets: Why Watson isn't the man

38:00 Fullback targets: Drinky hits the radar

49:30 Hot topics: Why Billy Smith isn't a must

01:02:00 Trade and skipper plans

01:10:40 Listener questions: Set-and-forget skipper Terrell?

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Early Mail Round 8: Turbo's back, Walsh is out and Galvin replacement

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 02:26:31 GMT

Turbo firms for a return for the Sea Eagles, while Reece Walsh looks set to miss Origin 1 with a knee issue. A huge week of injuries across the league has also paved the way for some brand new cheapie options for Classic and plug and play options for your Draft side.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Monstrous Marzhew can't stop Shark attack

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 02:54:48 GMT

Knights winger Greg Marzhew went on a tacklebusting bonanza at home for Supercoaches, but it wasn't enough to stop a Sharks rout in the Hunter.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Dog fight over Easter Bunnies special

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:16:27 GMT

The Bulldogs and Rabbitohs Easter Friday blockbuster has the boys divided with stars returning for both clubs and a hefty line in place for South Sydney.

00:00 Williams Easter special

03:50 Round 6 results: Seeing green all round

07:20 NRL Round 7 bets: Points flow on the Goldy

22:00 Morale of the week: Storm certainty

23:20 Sam's round 7 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Taking scrappy hooker position for granted

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 01:00:25 GMT

The hooker position is starting to create a few headaches for Supercoaches with no guns putting their hands up to buy, so how do we attack the No.9 slot?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 7 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Is Big Fifi back to his Supercoach best?

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT

David Fifita returned to NRL Supercoach form with a tonne against the Dragons, should coaches pounce on the bottomed out 2RF gun?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: King Kiraz to reign over Easter

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Jacob Kiraz returned from injury in style, and the Supercoach form is expected to continue over Easter for the ladder leading Bulldogs.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 7.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 7 team lists, with big news around key cheapies in Egan, Cant and Hiroti.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Jacob Kiraz, Joe Tapine, Kalyn Ponga and more.

09:40 Team lists: Will Egan get the start?

26:20 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Bad news for Tuipulotu

34:30 Tim's stat deep dive: King Kiraz set to soar

51:40 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#240: SC Playbook, CTW premium power rankings

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:33:32 GMT

NRL Supercoach centre-wings are about to become a hotly contested position, so which premium players are the priority targets?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, Maxy Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 7.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with popular cheapie Dylan Egan benched, Lachy Galvin dropped and Mitch Moses returning.

They deep dive into the CTW position to list their top five targets they're eyeing off.

00:00 Don't panic, you're still in the hunt

07:40 Team list Tuesday: Opportunities emerge in Galvin demotion

21:10 Captaincy debate: Is double points too much?

33:00 CTW power ranking: King Kiraz returns in style

52:20 Hot topics: Is Big Fifi back to his Supercoach best?

01:02:40 Trade and skipper plans

01:08:00 Listener questions: Kikau the 2RF POD?

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Cricketer's Playbook: UK statements as Bancroft, Harris challenge Konstas

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:30:00 GMT

Veteran Australian openers Cameron Bancroft and Marcus Harris have delivered in English County cricket to put their hand up for the World Test Championship final.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they recap the past week of the IPL, looking at the biggest individual scores in IPL history off the back of Abhishek Sharma's stunning century.

They also recap the 2025 English County Cricket season, with Cameron Bancroft and Marcus Harris starring in bids to claim the opening spot in the World Test Championship Final.

02:15 IPL Aussie angle: Fraser-McGurk's future questions

11:10 IPL world angle: Biggest and fastest tonnes of all-time

15:20 County Cricket recap: Bancroft goes big

20:20 Pakistan Premier League: Aussies in action

23:30 World Team of the Week

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Early Mail Round 7: Hughes racing clock, Turbo update + Dragons Cheapies emerge

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:37:10 GMT

Jahrome Hughes is racing the clock to play in Round 7 while there's better news for Haumole Olakau'atu. Three guns are returning for the table topping Bulldogs plus Dylan Egan isn't the only cheapie emerging out of the Dragons who are suddenly hot SuperCoach property.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Lil Papy goes large as skippers again prove pivotal

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 10:05:24 GMT

Captains again proved pivotal as Ryan Papenhuyzen went large on Sunday to prove the difference in NRL Supercoach Round 6.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Fill up on Storm magicians

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:10:14 GMT

The Melbourne Storm are producing some of the best NRL attack we've seen in years, so it's time to fill up on try-scorers before their value crunches.

00:00 Sam's beef with ramen

02:00 Round 5 results: Jimmy's all-time sick beats

08:30 NRL Round 6 bets: Fill up on Storm stars

21:00 Morale of the week: Points to flow in Perth

23:40 Sam's round 6 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Word of warning to all Garrick sellers

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 01:32:55 GMT

Supercoaches are flirting with the idea of selling star CTW Reuben Garrick this week, but there's one major reason it's worth sticking strong with the Manly flyer.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 6 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Time to head hunt Hudson?

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Raiders strike weapon Hudson Young has started the NRL Supercoach season in style, is it time to recruit the back-rower at low-ownership?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Is Wong the one as Roosters ring in changes?

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

The Roosters have shaken up their line-up after a tough start to the season, with back-rower Siua Wong joining a list a potential Supercoach buys this week.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 6.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 6 team lists, with big changes at the Roosters presenting Supercoach opportunity.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Isaah Yeo, David Fifita, Valentine Holmes, Wayde Egan and more.

11:30 Team lists: New and old faces emerge at Panthers

23:30 NRL Physio's injury wrap: Cant v Egan

35:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Egan the star No.9

50:40 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#239: SC Playbook, who's the priority Storm buy?

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 09:26:42 GMT

The Melbourne Storm have started the NRL Supercoach 2025 season in style, as they come into a soft draw, who are the priority pick ups?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 6.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with the week's most popular trade-in Thomas Cant retaining his spot on Newcastle's edge.

They deep dive into the troublesome hooking position, deciding whether or not Harry Grant is still the best No.9 option in the game.

00:00 Spy finds form

07:40 Team list Tuesday: Red flag on popular cheapie

15:40 Cash generation v points focus

23:00 Hooking position: Is Grant still No.1?

28:50 Spy Talk: Early eye on next week

35:30 Hot topics: Ranking the Storm buys

52:40 Trade and skipper plans

01:06:10 Listener questions: Is Nicho to Hughes madness?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Marsh's IPL resurgence, Aussies in County cricket

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 09:01:26 GMT

Mitchell Marsh has rediscovered his form with a flying start to the Indian Premier League season, how important is the campaign for his future in the Australian set-up?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they recap the past week of the IPL.

They also preview the 2025 English County Cricket season, with a host of key Australians featuring including Cameron Green and Beau Webster in bids to claim spots in the World Test Championship Final.

01:50 IPL Aussie angle: Importance of Marsh's resurgence

06:40 County Cricket preview: Banton's stunning triple century

13:00 Aussies in County Cricket: Webster, Green with all to gain

23:10 Rando's stats trivia: Going big in the UK

24:30 World Team of the Week

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Early Mail Round 6: Lomax shift, Papi update and new halves galore

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 03:16:10 GMT

Zac Lomax is shifting to the wing, Papi is 'good' despite injury scare and Blaize's audition has officially landed for Penrith. The highlights and plenty of injury updates are here in this week's edition.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Grant struggles create hooking dramas

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 11:28:56 GMT

The undisputed number one hooker in Supercoach Harry Grant has struggled in scoring this season, leaving the No.9 slot wide open in 2025.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Latrell's return proves a fan-Tass-tic boost

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 02:16:31 GMT

Latrell Mitchell makes a highly anticipated return for South Sydney this week, creating value for the players around him against fierce rivals the Roosters.

00:00 Jimmy finds the perfect formula

01:30 Round 4 results: Two out of three ain't bad

07:00 NRL Round 5 bets: Cash in on Latrell's return

22:30 Morale of the week: Cleary to answer SOS

25:00 Sam's round 5 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Which cheapie to cut for must-have Panther?

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:53:11 GMT

Buying Penrith back Tom Jenkins is an easy decision in round 5, working out which cheapie to sell for him is proving much harder, with Toia, Arthars and Iongi all in the firing line.

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 5 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Is Tedesco the forgotten fullback?

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT

James Tedesco was the best player in NRL Supercoach last season and has dropped in value this year, is he being overlooked as a Tom Trbojevic replacement?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: No fear, Pap's in the clear ft NRL Physio

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT

NRL Physio joins Beers and Breakevens in 2025, immediately allaying fears over those looking to recruit Ryan Papenhuyzen into their Supercoach teams following an ankle concern.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 5.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 5 team lists, with cheapie hooker Ryley Smith the big winner from the week.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Lehi Hopoate, Briton Nikora, Bradman Best and more.

08:40 Team lists: How will Bunnies unleash Latrell?

25:30 NRL Physio's injury wrap

30:20 How many boosts is too many?

40:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Hoppa the fullback

58:20 Sit v start, trades and captains

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#238: SC Playbook, who's the new Supercoach No.1?

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 08:40:00 GMT

Who is the new NRL Supercoach no.1 with Tom Trbojevic injured, James Tedesco and the Roosters on the decline and Latrell Mitchell returning from injury?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 5.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with an injuries and suspensions hitting hard, firming the job security of potentially the best cheapie in the game in Panther Tom Jenkins.

They deep dive into the best Trbojevic replacements at fullback this week.

00:00 Rando's untimely return

09:00 Team list Tuesday: Latrell's the centre of attention

18:30 Who's the no.1 Turbo replacement?

34:20 Spy Talk: Try-assist analysis

40:10 Rando's stat deep dive: Manly players without Turbo

46:20 Hot topics: Which cheapies are priority sells?

58:10 Trade and skipper plans

01:08:30 Listener questions: Is Grant still the premium hooking target?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Doggett's statement in Shield classic, Starc's IPL heroics

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 08:13:06 GMT

Will the 2025 Indian Premier League tournament be MS Dhoni's last as the IPL legend takes on a new role with the Chennai Super Kings at 43-years-old?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they preview they recap the opening week of the IPL.

They also recap the Sheffield Shield final between South Australia and Queensland, with Alex Carey starring and Brendan Doggett cementing himself as the next Aussie quick in-line for the Test attack

02:30 IPL Aussie angle: Starc our greatest white ball quick?

07:10 IPL international angle: Dhoni's last stand?

11:30 Sheffield Shield final: Carey stars, Doggett's statement

21:40 Rando's stats trivia: Aussie IPL wicket-takers

25:10 World Team of the Week

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Early Mail Round 5: Trell and Cleary return amidst injury chaos

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 03:12:56 GMT

Latrell Mitchell and Nathan Cleary return with instant SuperCoach relevance, whilst a host of players including Tom Trbojevic are facing stints on the sideline through injury or suspension.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Turbo headlines fullback drama, year of the front-rower

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 11:01:00 GMT

Tom Trbojevic went down injured as the most captained player in NRL Supercoach as rain belted down across a wet round of NRL action.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Does Papy's ankle give King Gutho the edge?

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 02:19:14 GMT

Ryan Papenhuyzen isn't expected to goal-kick for the Storm this weekend due to an ankle issue, does that give his fullback rival Clint Gutherson the edge as a better buy?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 4 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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Half-Backed podcast: Respect the Raiders in wet weather round

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 23:57:28 GMT

Rain is set to play a big part in NRL Round 4, with the Raiders to benefit despite their outsider tag in Townsville against the winless Cowboys.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, SC Playbook's Tim Williams and special guest the SC Spy to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Sam's cricket grand final disaster

05:00 Round 3 results: Trouble at HQ

09:00 NRL Round 4 bets: Storm v Dragons splits boys

25:00 Morale of the week: Shark attack in the wet

26:20 Sam's round 4 tips + analysis

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The Late Show: Reynolds rockets into halfback calculations

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Veteran Broncos playmaker Adam Reynolds is the highest scoring halfback to begin the Supercoach season, do Nathan Cleary owners make the move ahead of a string of games at Suncorp Stadium?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Captaincy overhaul as Haas, Flex, change the game

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT

The introduction of the Flex rule, coinciding with the freakish feats of enforcer Payne Haas, has changed the way we look at NRL Supercoach captains moving forward.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 4.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 4 team lists, with Ryan Papenhuyzen named despite an injury concern.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Kayal Iro, Cameron Munster, Christian Tuipulotu and more.

12:40 Team lists: Storm spine shake-up

34:50 Vice-captaincy loophole overhaul

46:40 Tim's stat deep dive: Finding the Shark attack

56:50 Sit v start + round 4 captains

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#237: SC Playbook, think clearly or axe absent stars?

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 08:42:54 GMT

NRL Supercoach stars Nathan Cleary and Kalyn Ponga are among the most sold players in the game this week, should Supercoaches stick with the proven guns or cash them in?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 4.

The crew look at team list Tuesday, with an injury at the Storm creating a dream role for Ryan Papenhuyzen.

They also deep dive into whether Supercoaches should hold or sell Cleary and Ponga who won't feature in round 4.

00:00 Spy's Garrick-sized nightmare

11:20 Team list Tuesday: Broncos cheapie survives after Staggs return

17:00 What are we doing with Cleary?

26:00 Fullback roulette: Papy v Gutho, plan for Ponga

48:20 Hot topics: Concerns around popular English Raider

58:10 Trade and skipper plans

01:03:30 Listener questions: Is it too late for Humphreys?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Indian Premier League preview, Head's stunning opener

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:09:14 GMT

The Indian Premier League has begun for 2025, with Travis Head's Sunrisers Hyderabad falling just short of the IPL record with the Australian starring in his opening knock of the tournament.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they preview the 2025 Indian Premier League tournament,

They also preview the Sheffield Shield final between South Australia and Queensland, with controversy surrounding Usman Khawaja leading into the decider.

02:30 Indian Premier League preview: Head stars, Fraser-McGurk's pressure price

17:30 Players to watch: Rishabh Pant set to star

30:00 Sheffield Shield final: Khawaja controversy

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Early Mail Round 4: Turbo a certainty, and Wishy SZN

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:14:12 GMT

Tom Trbojevic has been declared a certain starter for Manly, Kotoni Staggs is back for the Broncos and it's Tyran Wishart time at the Melbourne Storm.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Injuries strike as Garrick sizzles at Brookie

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 10:52:07 GMT

New dad Reuben Garrick scored four tries in Manly's belting of the Raiders to blow NRL Supercoach Round 3 wide open in the final game of an injury ravaged weekend.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Tracey proves the true underdog

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 03:23:13 GMT

The Bulldogs are unbeaten to start the NRL season, with underrated fullback Connor Tracey set to continue on his try-scoring ways against the hapless Eels.

00:00 Sam's grand final berth

03:50 Round 2 results: Dragons left side, strong side

08:30 NRL Round 3 bets: Tracey the underdog

19:30 Morale of the week: Bronx blitz

21:00 Sam's round 3 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: What to do with hamstrung Lucas?

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:40:44 GMT

Supercoach gun Dylan Lucas is the latest NRL casualty, so do owners hold strong with the star back-rower or cut ties early?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 3 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans.

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The Late Show: Is Papenhuyzen back to his Supercoach best?

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Ryan Papenhuyzen lit up NRL round 1, so is the fully fit fullback back to his Supercoach best or should potential buyers proceed with caution?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Haas gifted licence to unload

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Broncos enforcer Payne Haas has been gifted a licence by new coach Madge Maguire that'll take his Supercoach output to new levels in season 2025.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 3.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 3 team lists, with Tom Trbojevic and Daly Cherry-Evans named despite ongoing injury concerns.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Jeral Skelton, Fletcher Sharpe, Jack Gosiewski and more.

08:00 Team lists: Manly weapons remain a chance

21:30 What to do with Duffy?

38:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Cash in on super Saab?

56:00 Sit v start + round 3 captains

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#236: SC Playbook, Stars align despite Turbo troubles

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 08:25:22 GMT

NRL Supercoach star Tom Trbojevic is under an injury cloud ahead of the final game of round 3, so how do Supercoaches prepare for the uncertainty?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 3.

The crew look at the second major NRL team list Tuesday of the season, with popular cheapie halfback Tom Duffy axed by the Cowboys.

They also discuss how they're planning on using their trade boosts in 2025.

The Spy also breaks down how NRL Supercoach try-assists are awarded for hookers.

Dez's Turbo mail

NRL Supercoach star Tom Trbojevic is under an injury cloud ahead of the final game of round 3, so how do Supercoaches prepare for the uncertainty?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 3.

The crew look at the second major NRL team list Tuesday of the season, with popular cheapie halfback Tom Duffy axed by the Cowboys.

They also discuss how they're planning on using their trade boosts in 2025.

The Spy also breaks down how NRL Supercoach try-assists are awarded for hookers.

00:00 Dez's Turbo mail

09:20 Team list Tuesday: Duffy gets the axe

19:30 What are we doing with Turbo?

26:20 What's the plan for boosting

35:10 How hooking try-assists are awarded

41:30 Hot topics: Is Arthars a trap?

59:50 Trade and skipper plans

01:03:40 Listener questions: Humphreys v Starling

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Early Mail Round 3: Laurie looms large, Dogs-Chooks shake ups

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 03:53:49 GMT

Daine Laurie firms as an underpriced gun fullback, with Manly stars expected to be named for Round 3 but no guarantee to feature.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: King Gutho stands tall as chaos finds fullback slot

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 10:00:25 GMT

Clint Gutherson is set for huge price rises after the Dragons bye, Reece Walsh nears price drops, and Tommy Turbo suffers an injury concern, so how should we attack the all-important fullback position this week?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Cricketer's Playbook: Did India have unfair Champions Trophy advantage?

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 03:55:40 GMT

India emerged triumphant from the 2025 Champions Trophy tournament, were they handed an unfair advantage with all games at the same venue?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they review the 2025 Champions Trophy tournament along with the Australian domestic cricket scene.

They look at the players whose reputations grew from the tournament, and which Australian bowlers stamped themselves as the next generation attack.

They also announce their World Team of the Week from the standout performances from the week in cricket.

03:20 Champions Trophy: Did India have unfair advantage?

07:30 Whose reputations grew from tournament?

13:30 Sheffield Shield, One-Day Cup recap

23:00 World team of the week voting

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Half-Backed podcast: Red V to fire against battered Bunnies

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 03:36:56 GMT

The Dragons are set to bounce back in round 2 against the injury ravaged Rabbitohs, with a few key flyers to find the line.

00:00 Sam savages Tim

03:50 Round 1 results: Clean sweep of profits

08:20 Sam's take on Dylan Brown's monster Knights deal

12:00 NRL Round 2 bets: Manly flyers to pounce in Auckland

24:00 Morale of the week: Jimmy sweats on beloved Roosters

25:30 Sam's round 2 tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Brutal sit v start dilemmas plague Supercoaches

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:54:43 GMT

With full squads to pick from, and a wealth of cheapies, NRL Supercoach round 2 is creating headaches with who to sit in and out of starting sides this week

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 2.

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The Late Show: Temptation to recruit a Psycho-Plath

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Dolphins forward Max Plath impressed in the season opener, do Supercoaches pay up or search for forward value elsewhere?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Sharpen the axe for Knights playmaker

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Newcastle playmaker Fletcher Sharpe lit up NRL Supercoach round 1, should we pounce or be patient with a few options emerging at five-eighth?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 2.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 2 team lists, with a host of key faces returning for the Tigers including potential cheapie Starford Toa.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Jeral Skelton, Fletcher Sharpe, Jack Gosiewski and more.

12:30 Team lists: Eels shake-up rattles Supercoaches

32:30 Hold fire, don't panic

41:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Skelton the boom or bust trade

57:20 Sit v start + round 2 captains

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#235: SC Playbook, time to panic trade Metcalf?

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 08:51:26 GMT

Popular NRL Supercoach five-eighth Luke Metcalf flopped in round 1, so do we panic trade or give the Warriors playmaker a second chance?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2021’s sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 2.

The crew look at the second major NRL team list Tuesday of the season, with a popular Eels cheapie dropped by Jason Ryles.

They also dissect the halves position, with concerns around popular picks Metcalf, Nicho Hynes and Tom Duffy.

The Spy also breaks down how certain NRL Supercoach try-assists are awarded after a few controversial calls on the weekend.

00:00 Clem’s back for 2025

09:30 Team list Tuesday: Eels cheapie hooked

20:30 How try-assists are awarded

31:30 Halves debacle: Cut ties or stay firm?

47:20 Hot topics: Is Haas a must-have?

01:01:50 Trade and skipper plans

01:09:20 Listener questions: Lindsay Smith the front-row POD?

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Early Mail Round 2: Humphries firms as Tamale tantalises

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:03:28 GMT

Judiciary concerns at the Raiders will give Supercoach cheapie Savelio Tamale at least one more opportunity to cement his spot in the side for the foreseeable future.

The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.

Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft.

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Weekly wrap: Points flow as fullbacks, cheapies pay out

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 08:43:38 GMT

Round 1 produced one of the highest Supercoach season openings in years, with cheapies largely delivering and star fullbacks going large to kick-off the NRL campaign.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Risk or run cheapie hookers? + Tim's team changes

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 04:41:01 GMT

Do Supercoaches pay up for a reliable hooker in round one or opt for a double cheapie option to spend cash elsewhere?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 1.

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Half-Backed podcast: Turbo charged Sea Eagles set to soar

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:59:30 GMT

Manly start the season with plenty of promise, and with a fully fit Tom Trbojevic leading the charge they're set to sizzle in their season opener.

00:00 Jimmy wins a car

04:00 NRL Vegas bet recap

06:00 NRL Round 1 bets: Points to flow in Melbourne

20:30 Morale of the week: Storm's perfect record

22:00 Sam's round 1 tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Eels team surprises + our cheapie starters

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 1 team lists, including the impact of no Moses at the Eels and the concern over Connor Watson and the Roosters pack.

Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Jesse Arthars, Tom Gilbert, Jack Howarth and more.

00:00 We survived Vegas

06:15 Team lists: Who gets time in Roosters pack?

34:00 Impact of no Moses at Eels, 2RF options open up

37:00 Cheapie watch: Bargain buys we're starting

51:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Hit or miss on cheapie Arthars

59:50 Round 1 captains

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#234: SC Playbook, Wayne's team list Tuesday gift

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:38:20 GMT

Wayne Bennett has delivered Supercoaches a team list Tuesday gift with cheapie Lachlan Hubner named as the man to replace Cam Murray at lock, but it isn't all good news on the cheapie front.

The SC Playbook podcast is live ahead of NRL Supercoach round 1, with Cowboys new halfback Tom Duffy creating relief for owners in team lists, and a mixed bag for the cheapie brigade.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 1.

The boys look at the first major NRL team list Tuesday of the season, with South Sydney delivering a treat for cheapie hunters in Lachlan Hubner.

They recap the weekend Vegas fixtures, with Luke Metcalf flopping and Raiders bargain buys announcing themselves as pick ups.

00:00 Spy's bad hair day

09:40 Team list Tuesday: Broncos cheapie centre, Moses misses out

43:20 Vegas recap: Cleary edges Hynes without goal-kicking

01:01:30 2RF analysis: Dealing with the tricky back-row position

01:11:00 Listener questions: Tuilagi v Seyfarth

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Weekly wrap: Viva Las Rd 0, Cleary vs Nicho, Super PODs, Cheapies and flops

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 07:29:07 GMT

The Las Vegas games are in the books and the NRL season is officially underway. It was only two games, but they carry huge ramifications for SuperCoaches with the two premium halfbacks going against each other, cheapies emerging and some cheapies flopping hard.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action.

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Listener Q+A: Fixing troublesome 2RF + Tim's team updates

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT

The NRL Supercoach 2RF position is creating plenty of headaches leading into the new season, so what's the best way to fix the troublesome position?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 1.

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Beers & Breakevens: Hynes v Cleary debate, live from Vegas

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Live from Las Vegas! Nathan Cleary and Nicho Hynes are once again the two gun halfbacks filling Supercoach squads, so who is the priority pick?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

They run through the entire centre-wing and second-row forward positions to find the best guns, mid-rangers and cheapies heading into round 1.

00:00 Vegas 1, boys 0

03:20 Team lists: Penrith cheapie still on the radar

22:10 Hynes v Cleary: Who's the better buy?

29:00 Stat deep dive: Cooling on Kelma

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Half-Backed podcast: Weekes to leave Wahs in wake

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:36:39 GMT

Canberra Raiders flyer Kaeo Weekes is set to build on a breakout season in Vegas, and the panel are confident he'll leave the Warriors in his wake in the NRL opener.

00:00 Vegas v Canberra

05:20 NRL Round 1 Vegas bets: Weekes ahead of the pack

16:00 NRL futures bet: Cash in on Greg the Leg

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#233: SC Playbook, cheapies special live from Las Vegas

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:02:00 GMT

The SC Playbook podcast is live from Vegas for the first team lists of the season, with Isaiah Papali'i headlining a number of cruel surprises ahead of the season opening fixtures, along with the snubbing of a popular Penrith cheapie.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim William and Canterbury Bulldogs Chairman Adam Driussi are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 1.

The boys look at the first NRL team list Tuesday of the season, with Papali'i benched and a Raiders star rookie hitting the cheapie radar.

They recap the weekend trials with Greg Marzhew bursting to life, and deep dive into the cheapie scene for the upcoming season.

00:00 Live from the Bellagio Hotel, Adz talks Bulldogs in 2025

09:30 Team list Tuesday: McLean misses out, AFB boost, Warriors halves surprises

25:40 Weekend trial recap: Duffy gets the kicking duties, but creates a Supercoach headache

37:20 Cheapie special: Best bargain buys for 2025

57:50 Listener questions: Is Sam Hughes a man on the up?

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Weekly wrap: NRL trials, Duffy over Nicho, Knights left edge and Campbell POD Play

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 08:48:47 GMT

The final week of the NRL Preseason Challenge is in the books and cheapie Tom Duffy has caught our attention. The Knights left edge attack of Sharpe, Lucas and Marzhew as has the Gold Coast Titans. Is three gun fullbacks still on the table?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL trial action.

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Listener Q+A: Sandon Smith gives us a Flex

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Plenty are debating who is the best player to utilise in the brand new 'Flex' position in NRL Supercoach 2025, does dual position cheapie Sandon Smith hold the answer?

In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 1.

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SuperCoach Draft special ft NRL Physio: Overall & positional rankings, part two

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Draft experts Max Bryden and NRL Physio explain key strategies you can implement to win your draft and also answer your questions.

In the second of our two part NRL SuperCoach Draft special, we finalise the positional rankings for five-eighth, CTW and fullback and rank our Top 20 overall players.

The boys also touch on the major breaking injury news out of the NRL.

02:30 Injury Updates on Kiraz, Murray, Latrell

12:30 Five Draft Strategies to try

25:50 Positional Rankings

54:00 Top 20 Rankings Overall

01:06:30 Listener Q&A

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Beers & Breakevens: CTW, 2RF analysis, Garrick set to soar for Sea Eagles

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Early exits from games impacted Reuben Garrick last season, so is the Manly flyer set to explode with the Sea Eagles soft start in 2025?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

They run through the entire centre-wing and second-row forward positions to find the best guns, mid-rangers and cheapies heading into round 1.

06:15 Vegas bound

06:30 CTW analysis: Garrick to explode? Roger's new role

49:00 Second-row analysis: Crichton v Fifita

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#232: SC Playbook, no room for Terrell in Dezzy's team reveal

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:45:00 GMT

Terrell May is the fourth highest owned player to start the NRL Supercoach season, however former champion Dez Creek has no interest in the new Tiger in his 2025 starting squad.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the sixth episode of the 2025 pre-season.

The boys look at the second full team list Tuesday of the season, with the return of Cameron Munster and a new Eels cheapie emerging.

Dez also reveals his starting squad for NRL Supercoach 2025.

They also analyse the early fixtures for each club to determine who has the hardest and softest draws to start the season.

00:00 Launching into Vegas

04:20 Team list Tuesday: Munster returns, Eels cheapie emerges

19:50 Weekend trial recap: Warriors backline duo burst onto radar

36:00 Fixture analysis: Knights ease in, Panthers problem

44:10 Dez's team reveal: No room for Terrell or Iongi

56:20 Listener questions: Herbie the super POD?

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Weekly wrap: NRL trials, lock and load Metcalf, Kini time

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 11:24:03 GMT

A new-look Warriors outfit starred in the pre-season challenge, with Luke Metcalf cementing himself as a value halves options and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck impressing on the wing.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the Supercoach talking points from the weekend of NRL trial action.

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Supercoach Draft special ft NRL Physio: Basic strategy & positional rankings, part one

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT

In the first of our two part NRL Supercoach Draft special, we explain the basics of playing the 'purists' version of the game to help you win your leagues, while also analysing the first four positions for Draft day.

Draft experts Max Bryden and NRL Physio explain key strategies and the first of our positional analysis deep dives, starting with hookers, front-row, second-row and halfbacks.

00:00 Supercoach Draft special

07:30 Key strategies

01:06:30 Positional analysis

01:54:17 Listener questions

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Cricketer's Playbook: 7 into 4, Australia's World Test Championship dilemmas

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Australia proved too dominate for Sri Lanka on the sub-continent, but it may only have created further headaches as they try squeeze seven batters into four remaining spots for the World Test Championship final at Lords.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they review the Australia v Sri Lanka Test series, looking at Alex Carey's historic century and the controversial decision to select debutant Cooper Connolly.

They look ahead to the Champions Trophy and the red-hot Indian squad, with Jasprit Bumrah ruled out and Rohit Sharma finding form, so should they be tournament favourites?

They also partake in cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

03:10 Australia v Sri Lanka: Should Connolly have been selected?

14:30 Who should Australia select in the World Test Championship final?

21:50 Champions trophy: Should India be favourites with Bumrah out?

27:30 Cricket trivia: Lyon matches greats

31:10 World team of the week voting

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Beers & Breakevens: Halfback & 5/8 analysis, Hynes over Cleary? Duffy conundrum

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 04:00:00 GMT

There's a case to be made that the lowly selected Nicho Hynes is a better starting pick than Nathan Cleary, while the emergence of young Thomas Duffy has added another headache to the halfback position.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

They run through the entire halfback and fullback positions to find the best guns, mid-rangers and cheapies heading into round 1.

00:00 Halfback analysis: Duffy creates conundrum

06:15 Cleary v Hynes

19:20 Other halfback contenders

27:20 Five-eighth analysis, safety first with Brown?

46:40 Mid-rangers: Walker and Metcalf catch the eye

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#231: SC Playbook, Spy's Galvanised team reveal

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:14:30 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, former 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the fifth episode of the 2025 pre-season.

The boys look at the first full team list Tuesday of the season, with mixed news for two Canberra Raiders cheapies and reveal the Spy's starting squad for NRL Supercoach 2025.

They continue their team previews, with the South Sydney Rabbitohs, Wests Tigers, Dolphins, Sydney Roosters and Gold Coast Titans.

00:00 Waterboy's growing obsession

06:00 Team list Tuesday: Mixed news for Raiders cheapies

21:15 Spy's team reveal: Sea Eagles to soar

47:00 Rabbitohs preview: Tantalising Murray

54:00 Tigers preview: Luai v Galvin

01:01:30 Roosters preview: Watson to shine at nine

01:05:30 Dolphins preview: Herbie the super POD

01:11:15 Titans preview: Are we overlooking Campbell?

01:15:20 Listener questions: Can we fade Cleary?

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Beers & Breakevens: Fullback analysis, avoid Turbo at your own peril

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 04:00:43 GMT

Tom Trbojevic, Latrell Mitchell and Kalyn Ponga are the most popular fullback guns to start the NRL Supercoach season, so who should be the priority pick ups?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

They run through the entire fullback position to find the best guns, mid-rangers and cheapies heading into round 1.

00:00 Importance of fullback position

07:00 Guns: Ponga v Latrell debate

32:30 Mid-rangers: Is Papenhuyzen the biggest value selection?

47:40 Cheapies: Is Iongi a must-have to start?

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#230: SC Playbook, is Ponga the No.1 target?

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:45:00 GMT

SC Playbook - NRL Supercoach 2025, is Ponga the No.1 target?

The Knights have a few question marks around their round 1 spine, along with a soft early draw, so is it worth paying up for superstar fullback Kalyn Ponga to start the season?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the fourth episode of the 2025 pre-season.

The boys evaluate the players given price reductions to start the season, having missed large chunks of last year, headed by Warriors playmaker Luke Metcalf.

They continue their team previews, with the Newcastle Knights, New Zealand Warriors, Parramatta Eels and Canberra Raiders.

00:00 Maxy's getting Handsy

03:40 Players with price reductions: Doueihi or don't we?

15:40 Knights preview: Why Marzhew can only improve

25:50 Eels preview: Is Lomax worth the big bucks?

45:10 What's our boosting strategy in 2025?

52:00 Warriors preview: Is Metcalf the value 5/8 play?

59:50 Raiders preview: Weekes the dual position flyer

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Cricketer's Playbook: Pressure builds on Marnus, controversial Konstas call

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT

Usman Khawaja's double century in the Australia v Sri Lanka Test will go down in history, but where does it rank among the greatest by Australians on the sub-continent?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they review the Australia v Sri Lanka Test series, looking at Khawaja's masterful knock, Sam Konstas' snubbing and the Australian womens team's invincible series win over England.

They also partake in cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

02:30 Australia v Sri Lanka: Where does Khawaja rank?

07:10 The Appeal: Should Australia play Konstas in the second Test?

29:50 Women's Ashes: Australia thrash England 16-0

35:00 Cricket trivia: Fastest 50s in Asia

39:00 World team of the week voting

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Beers & Breakevens: Front-row analysis, is Tino too good to be true?

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Tino Fa'asuamaleaui returns from a lengthy injury lay-off at a bargain NRL Supercoach price, but is it all too good to be true?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

They run through the entire front-row forward position to find the best guns, mid-rangers and cheapies heading into round 1.

00:00 Showing off

05:30 Guns: Can Terrell the Tiger reach FRF elite tier?

28:30 Mid-rangers: Raiders Red Dog can bounce back

41:00 Cheapies: Red flags around popular Bulldogs bargain buy

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#229: Tim's NRL Supercoach round 1 team reveal

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:45:00 GMT

Tim reveals his NRL Supercoach squad to begin the season, with a few low-ownership centre-wings in the mix including Greg Marzhew who he's backing for a bounce back year in Newcastle.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the third episode of the 2025 pre-season.

Tim reveals his entire Supercoach squad for the new-season, with a red-hot spine and a few low-ownership pick ups at centre-wing.

They continue their team previews, with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, Melbourne Storm, Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and North Queensland Cowboys.

00:00 Rando returns for 2025

05:00 Tim's team reveal

23:30 Bulldogs preview: Stats back King Kiraz selection

32:40 Storm preview: Set-and-forget Grant?

48:00 Sea Eagles preview: Is Tommy Turbo a must?

58:55 Cowboys preview preview: Cheapie CTWs catch the eye

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Cricketer's Playbook: Australia, South Africa snubbed in Wisden Team of Year

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:46:07 GMT

Despite facing off in the World Test Championship final, Australia and South Africa have been snubbed in Wisden's annual Team of the Year voting.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they preview the Australia v Sri Lanka Test series, looking at what's at stake for the Australian players, including Steve Smith's captaincy legacy and Sam Konstas' World Test Championship position.

They also partake in cricket trivia, look at the Wisden Team of the Year and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

03:30 Australia v Sri Lanka: Smith's captaincy opportunity

22:00 The Appeal: Should Big Bash axe finals?

30:20 Wisden Team of the Year controversy

35:20 Women's Ashes: Australia wipe England

39:30 Cricket trivia: Adelaide Oval centurians

44:00 World team of the week voting

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Beers & Breakevens: Hookers analysis, Chooks duo rule the roost

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In this week's positional analysis of hookers, a couple of Roosters utilities have shot to relevance to start the Supercoach season following long-term injuries at the club.

Returning for the second show of the year, Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

They run through the entire hooking position to find the best guns, mid-rangers and cheapies heading into round 1.

00:00 Kat's new kicks

08:30 Guns: Set-and-forget Grant?

18:30 Mid-rangers: Marshall-King on the up

27:00 Cheapies: Mozer's time to shine at Broncos

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#228: SC Playbook, can Prince Nicho reclaim his Supercoach crown?

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:46:07 GMT

Nicho Hynes had one of his lowest scoring NRL Supercoach seasons in recent years in 2024, will he bounce back to his best at enticing value to start 2025?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dezzy Creek, Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the second episode of the 2025 pre-season.

The crew discuss their strategy in managing their team, whether it's going hard early on trades and points or playing the long game and focusing on cash generation.

They also begin their team previews, starting with the Penrith Panthers, Brisbane Broncos, Cronulla Sharks and St. George Illawarra Dragons.

00:00 Dezzy and Max make their 2025 debuts

08:30 Short-term v long-term strategy

23:30 Penrith preview: Is Cleary a must after off-season surgery?

35:00 Sharks preview: Can Nicho bounce back to NRL Supercoach best?

48:00 Broncos preview: Walsh the fullback super POD

01:02:00 Dragons preview: Will Val fire at Red V?

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#227: What we learned from Supercoach BBL14, last round Hail Mary plays

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 01:53:58 GMT

The final round of the Supercoach Big Bash season has arrived, so who are the Hail Mary targets to push for a final jump up the overall rankings?

193rd placed Tim Williams, BBL09 champion Thommo Aitken and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 9, the last of the season.

06:00 What we learned from Supercoach BBL14

30:00 Hail Mary targets for final rankings push

41:30 Trade and skipper plans: Target Marvel minefield

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Beers & Breakevens: Top 10 ownership, red flags on Tino's return

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is currently the most owned player heading into the 2025 NRL Supercoach season, but there's a few red flags on the star forward on return from injury.

Returning for the first show of the year, Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season.

The boys analyse the top 10 most owned players among current teams and breakdown the new 'Flex' rule introduced this season.

00:00 The Jack

10:30 What we learned from 2024 season

20:30 The 'Flex' rule explained

32:30 Top 10 most owned analysis

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#226: NRL pre-season, 2025 eye catchers, explaining the 'Flex' rule

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 09:05:05 GMT

We're back for the NRL Supercoach 2025 pre-season, from Tino to Terrell, we look at the players that have caught our eye early and explain the brand new 'Flex' rule introduced for the new season.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the first episode of the 2025 pre-season.

The crew take a look at the brand new 'Flex' rule that'll change NRL Supercoach this year, and they identify the players that have caught their eye for their round 1 teams.

00:00 We're back on deck

02:30 What's in store at SC Playbook in 2025

04:30 Explaining the 'Flex' rule and how to exploit it

11:30 Eye catchers: Terrell the Tiger, Papali'i to fire at Penrith

39:20 What we learned from the 2024 NRL Supercoach season

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#225: Smith v Short, who's the priority purchase?

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:16:32 GMT

Centurians Steve Smith and Matt Short go head-to-head this week in Adelaide, both obvious major trade targets, who's the priority if you can only have one?

142nd placed Tim Williams and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 8.

06:00 Smith v Short: Pick one

13:50 Hurricanes double game week: Top five targets ranked

25:00 Single game week targets: Top five ranked

29:00 Trade and skipper plans: Chaudhary hits the radar

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Listener Q+A: Rain threatens as Canes' hit the radar

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 02:09:15 GMT

Attention turns to the Hobart Hurricanes who have the final double game week of the Supercoach season, with plenty questioning which of Matty Wade or Ben McDermott is the better play ahead of a likely rain impacted round 7.

In our question and answer podcast, 124th ranked overall Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major subscriber dilemmas heading into Supercoach Big Bash round 7 and drops his trade and captaincy plans.

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#224: Point of difference plays, Hurricanes double analysis

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 02:59:13 GMT

It's getting to the business end of the Supercoach Big Bash season, so which low-ownership point of difference players have caught the crew's eye in a bid to charge up the final rankings?

Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 7.

00:00 Spy heats up

07:00 Captains: SOS skipper to save round 6?

12:30 Availability update: Players arriving and exiting

21:00 Hurricanes double game week analysis

34:30 Point of difference picks: Abbott? Webster?

47:30 Trade and skipper plans

52:00 Listener questions: Is the flex a success?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Webster v Green, did Bumrah injury cost India victory?

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:15:17 GMT

Australia's Border-Gavaskar series victory has created selection headaches for the World Test Championships final, including Beau Webster v Cam Green and Scott Boland v Josh Hazlewood, and did Jasprit Bumrah's injury cost India the win at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they recap the key talking points from the Australia v India Test series, including India's antics towards Sam Konstas and Beau Webster's incredible debut.

They also partake in cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

04:10 Webster v Green for World Test Championships final?

24:00 Did Bumrah injury cost India victory?

36:30 Cricket trivia: Dominant Australian teams

39:30 World team of the week voting

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Listener Q+A: Player availability, Overton/Ferguson book flights

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 21:30:58 GMT

As we enter the business end of the season, several key Supercoach BBL players are set to arrive and leave the tournament including Strikers gun Jamie Overton.

In our question and answer podcast, former 41st placed Supercoach Big Bash finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major subscriber dilemmas heading into round 6, while also touching on recent Big Bash availability news including Lockie Ferguson and Jamie Overton.

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Listener Q+A: Keeping Overton and planning for Single Game Weeks

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 23:26:27 GMT

Heading into the first single game week of the BBL14 SuperCoach Season, Max Bryden previews all the big questions from the SC Playbook subscribers. Do we sell Overton? Are we loading up on Sydney Thunder players ahead of their double game week? How does our strategy change for the Single Game Weeks? It's all about all-rounders, all-rounders, death bowlers and all-rounders!

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#223: Run home targets, farewell Maxwell for BBL14?

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 04:08:43 GMT

Supercoach star Glenn Maxwell may for the first time in his career be on the verge of being irrelevant in Supercoach circles, so it time to look elsewhere or do we keep faith?

Multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams, the SC Spy and former 9th placed finisher Michael Fisher are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 5 and 6.

00:00 Spy starts his charge

07:00 Thunder preview: Is Warner a must-have?

19:00 Final team targets: Run home starts now

49:00 Trade and skipper plans: Maxy v Edwards

56:30 Listener questions: Swoop on Neser?

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Cricketer's Playbook: King Konstas, should India axe Rohit?

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 01:35:00 GMT

Sam Konstas produces a Boxing Day miracle for Australia, while India face a brutal selection call to potentially axe captain Rohit Sharma for the series deciding Test in Sydney.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden as they recap the key talking points from the Australia v India fourth Test, including Konstas' remarkable debut and India tough call around captain Rohit Sharma.

They also partake in cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

06:10 Australia v India: How far can Konstas go?

14:00 Was Jaiswal out or not out? Rohit headache

24:00 Big Bash: What's wrong with the Melbourne Stars?

29:00 Cricket trivia: MCG centurians

33:00 World team of the week voting

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#222: The great debate, Short v Overton captaincy

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 01:06:09 GMT

Strikers duo Matt Short and Jamie Overton are the standout Supercoach players early on in BBL14, so which player deserves the captain's armband this week?

Multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams is on deck for a solo show, featuring a cameo from Max Bryden, to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 4.

06:30 Team news: Edwards concern, Curran gone

08:10 Tim v Max: Will cash generation really be that important?

17:10 Renegades preview: Is Sutherland a must at high price?

23:30 Strikers preview: Hail the Pope

28:40 Trade and skipper plans: Short v Overton

32:30 Listener questions: Hold or sell Stoinis?

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Listener Q+A: King Konstas, is McSweeney a trap?

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 02:23:35 GMT

As Sam Konstas stars for Australia against a rattled Indian attack at the MCG, Supercoaches are asking whether the man he replaced Nathan McSweeney is a must for Supercoach BBL Round 3.

In our question and answer podcast, former 41st placed Supercoach Big Bash finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major subscriber dilemmas heading into round 3, while also touching on recent Big Bash team news including Sean Abbott and Hamish McKenzie.

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#221: Guns galore, but who to prioritise for doubles?

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:58:49 GMT

With three teams on the double game week there's guns galore on the table for Supercoaches, so who are the priority pick ups for round 3?

Multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams, dual champion Andrew Langley and former winner Thommo Aitken are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 3.

06:20 Hold or sell Short?

11:20 Sixers preview: Hosein's mixed role

16:50 Heat preview: Is Bartlett worth splashing for?

25:20 Stars preview: Siddle, trap or bargain?

30:30 Trade and skipper plans: Maxy v Edwards

39:20 Listener questions: Cash in on Owen?

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Listener Q+A: Sutherland v Edwards, rage trade Webster?

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 03:16:25 GMT

Beau Webster's role disappointed Supercoaches in the opening round, so should we hold tight or stick by the Stars allrounder?

In our question and answer podcast, former 41st placed Supercoach Big Bash finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major subscriber dilemmas heading into round 2, while also touching on recent Big Bash team news including Brendan Doggett, Sean Abbott and Glenn Maxwell.

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Cricketer's Playbook: Is Smith an Ashes lock? Ashwin v Kumble

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:23:10 GMT

Steve Smith broke a century drought in Brisbane, so is it enough to lock him into Australia's squad for the 2025 Ashes or will he need another score to cement his place?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they recap the key talking points from the Australia v India third Test, including the concern over Mitch Marsh's lack of bowling and what it means for his future.

They debate Marsh's place in the team and compare the careers of the retiring Ravi Ashwin and Anil Kumble.

They also partake in Rando's cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

03:30 Australia v India: Pressure on Marsh

10:30 Ravi Ashwin v Anil Kumble: Who had the better career?

16:20 The appeal: Does century lock Smith into Ashes squad?

23:00 Big Bash predictions

29:30 Rando's cricket trivia: Test cricket big hitters

32:30 World team of the week voting

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#220: Matty Short dilemma, which Scorchers quick to pick?

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:11:46 GMT

Supercoach Big Bash star Matty Short started the season in tough fashion, so is he a must for the Strikers double or is the cash better spent elsewhere?

Multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams and former champion Thommo Aitken are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 2.

09:00 Time to boost or be patient?

11:45 Hot topics: Is rookie Konstas a must-have?

18:15 Scorchers preview: Rotation risk

25:30 Strikers preview: Thornton enters plans

38:30 Trade and skipper plans: Short v Overton, Scorchers rotation risk

44:20 Listener questions: Pierson v Philippe?

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Listener Q+A: Tim's final team reveal + Latest BBL news

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 01:00:44 GMT

Will Sutherland boasts the dream Supercoach Big Bash role to start the campaign, but is injury concern too significant to justify steering clear?

In our question and answer podcast, former 41st placed Supercoach Big Bash finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major subscriber dilemmas heading into round 1, while also revealing his round 1 team and touching on recent Big Bash team news including Aaron Hardie, Will Sutherland and Glenn Maxwell.

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Cricketer's Playbook: Boland v Hazlewood, Sir Donald Bradman in modern era

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:35:29 GMT

Australia v India is squared up with the hosts dominating in Adelaide, Scott Boland stakes his case as pressure hits Rohit Sharma, what would Sir Donald Bradman average in the modern era and our World Team of the Week is announced.

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they recap the key talking points from the Australia v India Test, including a return to form for under pressure Australian batters.

They debate what Don Bradman would average in the modern era and also whether Harry Brook is the best player in world cricket on form.

They also partake in Rando's cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

03:30 The appeal: Rush Hazlewood or stick with Boland?

10:00 Australia v India: Pressure mounts on Rohit Sharma

15:40 Root on Brook: Is Englishman the best player in world cricket?

19:00 Sheffield Shield run out: Ranking cricket's biggest brain fades

25:30 What would Sir Donald Bradman average in modern era

30:10 Rando's cricket trivia: Adelaide Oval masters

33:30 World team of the week voting

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#219: Cheapies special, final round 1 team reveals

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:13:39 GMT

Supercoach Big Bash begins this week, with major questions around key players for round 1, flexibilty in coming days will be key to starting in style.

In the seventh episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams, dual champion Andrew Langley and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of round 1.

07:50 Around the grounds: Maxwell doubt intensifies, hope for Inglis

26:00 Cheapie special: Bargain buys in each position

42:00 Team reveals: Headaches ahead of tournament opener

51:30 Listener questions: Hassan as a sneaky early option?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Should Aussies SOS teen prodigy?

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:45:43 GMT

Australia's batting woes are on show for all to see, should they call-up 19-year-old prodigy Sam Konstas during the Indian series in an attempt to rescue our top order?

The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they preview the key talking points leading into the Australia v India second Test, including the next in line quicks with Josh Hazlewood injured.

They debate key factors from England's win over New Zealand, partake in Rando's cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World XI Team of the Week.

00:00 Rando = Stoinis

05:10 Australia v India: Boland then who? Does Bumrah need more credit?

20:00 The appeal: Should Aussies debut Konstas?

29:00 NZ v England: Is Joe Root in same class as Smith, Kohli, Williamson?

39:30 Where does Glenn Phillips catch rank among greatest ever?

46:00 Rando's cricket trivia: Quickest Aussies to 50 Test wickets

51:00 World team of the week voting: Jansen's remarkable spell

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#218: Tim's team reveal, Stars/Hurricanes previews

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 08:00:12 GMT

With injuries and Test selections impacting the Melbourne Stars round 1 squad, has Marcus Stoinis shifted from an avoid to a must-have to begin the Supercoach Big Bash season?

In the sixth episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams, dual champion Andrew Langley and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of the 2024/25 tournament.

05:30 Anti-POD play: Highly owned players we're avoiding

10:30 Tim's team reveal: Going hard at WKP

27:15 Melbourne Stars analysis

41:00 Hobart Hurricanes analysis

44:30 Listener questions: Chohan a sneaky Sixers play?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Pick or drop Marnus? World Team of the Week

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:55:00 GMT

Australia v India ends in agony for the hosts as questions loom of Marsh and Labuschagne, the IPL auction hands a contract to a 13-year-old prodigy, and our World Team of the Week is announced.

They also partake in Rando's cricket trivia and track all the major tournament's in world cricket to announce their World Team of the Week.

00:00 What is the Cricketer's Playbook podcast?

04:50 Australia v India: Jaiswal destined for greatness

15:30 The appeal: drop or stick by Marnus Labuschagne

26:00 IPL Auction: 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi lands contract

29:50 Rando's cricket trivia: Kohli matches Aussie great

39:50 World team of the week voting

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#217: Player availability, Strikers/Thunder team previews

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:00:01 GMT

West Indian Fabian Allen looms as a key Supercoach selection early on in the tournament, but will he be available for the Strikers to start BBL14?

In the fifth episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of the 2024/25 tournament.

05:20 Player availability: When stars arrive and depart BBL14

12:15 Strategy: Cash generation and depth v looping opportunities

22:10 Adelaide Strikers analysis

39:40 Sydney Thunder analysis

49:40 Listener questions: Are we sleeping on D'Arcy Short?

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#216: Dual champ's team reveal, Gades'/Scorchers team previews

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:46:11 GMT

Matt Short is the best player in Supercoach Big Bash in recent years, but the Supercoach dual champion isn't convinced you need him to start the season.

In the fourth episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams, dual champion Andrew Langley and BBL10 champion Thommo Aitken are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of the 2024/25 tournament.

00:00 Champ v champ

04:30 New 'Flex' rule explained + strategy

14:30 Dual champion's team reveal

29:00 Melbourne Renegades analysis

39:00 Perth Scorchers analysis

49:40 Listener questions: Is Richardson an avoid?

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#215: Fixture analysis, Sixers/Heat team previews

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:45:56 GMT

Sydney Sixers star Josh Philippe is heavily owned to start the Supercoach Big Bash season, but is he really worth the gamble early on?

In the third episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams, BBL10 champion Thommo Aitken and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of the 2024/25 tournament.

00:00 Spy's Fantasy obsession

06:30 Fixture analysis: Teams to target/avoid

23:10 Brisbane Heat analysis

37:10 Anti-POD play: Highly owned players we're avoiding

45:00 Sydney Sixers analysis

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#214: Two-time Supercoach BBL champion shares secrets to success

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:00:23 GMT

Ever wondered what it takes to become a Supercoach champion? SC Playbook contributor Andrew Langley has done it twice in a row, he reveals his strategies to claiming overall glory, twice.

In the second episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams and dual champion Andrew Langley are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of the 2024/25 tournament.

00:00 Andrew returns for a third title bid

06:40 Simple long-term planning holds key to glory

19:10 How to differ from the crowd and why it's not always necessary

36:10 Structure for picking a starting team

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#213: BBL Supercoach beginner's guide + eye catchers, predicted teams

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:00:00 GMT

With the opening of Supercoach Big Bash for the upcoming season, we look at the eye catching players following price reveals, drop our predicted teams, while also breaking down the basics of Supercoach to help those fresh to the game find success this year.

In the first episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams and former Sydney Sixers media manager Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of the 2024/25 tournament.

00:00 We're back for BBL14!

03:00 What's in store for SC Playbook this season

06:30 Basic rules and strategy of Supercoach BBL

31:00 Price reveals + predicted teams: SC BBL14 eye catchers

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Half-Backed podcast: Injury can't stop King Cleary creating history

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 03:54:04 GMT

Penrith superstar halfback Nathan Cleary looks to be playing with one arm, but injury won't stop the playmaker from creating more history in the grand final against Melbourne.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

02:30 Last week's results: Gap closes ahead of grand final

07:50 Sam's grand final preview: Why Storm have finally won him over for title favouritism

13:30 Grand final bets: King Cleary to deliver yet again

26:00 Moral of the week: State Cup special to deliver cash to kids footy

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Playbook Breakdown: Stat attack, stop Grant, stop Storm, GF blueprints

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 01:49:05 GMT

Harry Grant has evolved into the best hooker in the NRL by a considerable margin, if the Penrith Panthers can shut him down it'll deliver Ivan Cleary a fourth straight NRL premiership.

In a special edition SC Playbook grand final podcast, Tim Williams and Random Stats Guy are back to deep dive into the numbers that highlight each team's strength and weakness, allowing them to debate where the opposition will target to claim the 2024 NRL premiership.

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Half-Backed podcast: Mouth-watering value on superstar Sua'ali'i

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:46:15 GMT

Joseph Sua'ali'i is a superstar in the making, and the panel are blown away by his value in week three of NRL finals with a favourable edge match-up.

03:10 Last week's results: Not troubling the scorers

06:40 Finals week three bets: Panthers v Sharks line splits boys

21:50 Moral of the week: One away from big donation

24:50 Sam's finals week three tips

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Playbook Breakdown: Stat attack, how to stop Panthers and Storm

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:39:50 GMT

Revealing the keys to stopping the Penrith and Melbourne onslaughts, where the Roosters can back themselves to succeed and why Cameron McInnes will be pivotal to a Sharks boilover.

In a special edition SC Playbook finals podcast, Tim Williams and Random Stats Guy are back to deep dive into the numbers that highlight every team's strength and weakness, allowing them to debate where the opposition will target to claim victory and stay alive in the NRL title race.

00:00 Why we're here, stats are key

03:10 Storm v Roosters

18:10 Panthers v Sharksy

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Playbook Breakdown: NRL finals week two stat attack

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:32:34 GMT

Nanai's defensive woes giving the Sharks an easy target, Ramien's availability holds the key to Cowboys game plan, complacency is the Roosters biggest weakness and why the game is set-up for Brooks to capitalise.

00:00 Why we're here, stats are key

02:40 Sharks v Cowboys

19:00 Roosters v Sea Eagles

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Half-Backed podcast: Cows flyers won't stop Sharks advancing

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:51:29 GMT

The Cowboys edge flyers present plenty of value for punters in week two of NRL finals, but it won't be enough to stop the Sharks advancing to the grand final qualifier according to the boys.

02:50 Last week's results: Sam closes the gap

08:00 How Sam would stop inevitable Storm, Panthers grand final

15:30 Finals week two bets: In Val we trust

30:40 Moral of the week: Seibold's mind games cost kids

32:00 Sam's finals week two tips

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Beers & Breakevens: Roast of Tim's 2024 team trades

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:00:49 GMT

The NRL Supercoach season is over for 2024, so it's time to put the microscope over our teams to see what went right, and most importantly what went wrong, with Tim's year in review.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to wrap up the year that was in NRL Supercoach.

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#212: SC Playbook, NRL Supercoach Team of the Year Awards

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:30:00 GMT

With the NRL Supercoach season in the bag, it's time to cast our eye to the yearly awards to determine which players stood out above all in our Team of the Year.

2020 Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, 2021's sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for our yearly awards show.

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Playbook Breakdown: NRL finals week one stat attack

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:23:44 GMT

Turbo may channel Cronk, why Keary can fire without Walker, Newcastle's Ponga reliance, major hurdle to Penrith's four-peat and a left-field solution to Cronulla's Tricky conundrum.

In a special edition SC Playbook finals podcast, Tim Williams and Random Stats Guy deep dive into the numbers that highlight every team's strength and weakness, allowing them to debate where the opposition will target to claim victory and stay alive in the title race.

00:00 Why we're here, stats are key

02:30 Panthers v Roosters

16:45 Storm v Sharks

34:30 Cowboys v Knights

47:00 Bulldogs v Sea Eagles

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Half-Backed podcast: Turbo charged week of finals

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 01:07:48 GMT

Tom Trbojevic returns from injury for week one of finals, and the star Sea Eagles fullback is tipped to prove the difference in a blockbuster clash with the Bulldogs.

03:10 Last week's results: Jimmy's unstoppable model

06:30 Finals week one bets: Sharks head start tempts the boys

24:20 Moral of the week: Country kids to wait another week

27:10 Sam's finals week one tips

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Beers & Breakevens: Roast of Guru's 2024 team trades

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 05:00:19 GMT

The NRL Supercoach season is over for 2024, so it's time to put the microscope over our teams to see what went right, and most importantly what went wrong, starting with Guru's year in review.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to wrap up the year that was in NRL Supercoach.

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#211: SC Playbook, yearly review show

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:34:06 GMT

With the NRL Supercoach season wrapped up, we take a look back at how we went, touching on our best and worst trades, while also reflecting on the lessons learnt that we'll take into 2025.

Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, 2021's sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for our season review show.

00:00 Spy's snip

08:10 How'd you go? Best/worst trades

33:20 What we learned in 2024

57:10 Proposed rule changes for 2025

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Weekly wrap: Hughes, Teddy cap stellar seasons in style

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 09:57:21 GMT

The big guns stood tall in the final round of the NRL Supercoach season, with Jahrome Hughes and James Tedesco putting exclamation marks on stunning years.

NRL Supercoach expert Max Bryden takes a look back at Round 27 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the final round of the season.

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Listener Q+A: Lesson learnt, reevaluating bye period strategy

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 02:48:25 GMT

In the final questions podcast of the season, Tim addresses the key Supercoach talking points of the final round while also reflecting on the year that was, including a revised strategy for the bye-period heading into 2025.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 27, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Knights set for finals footy

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:36:41 GMT

Newcastle face the Dolphins for a spot in the top eight, and the crew are unanimous in thinking the Knights are set for finals footy in 2024.

04:40 Last week's results: Fill ups all round as Manly deliver

10:00 Round 27 bets: Knights set for finals footy

26:10 Moral of the week: Cudgen Hornets clubhouse

29:30 Sam's Round 27 tips

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The Late Show: Super POD edition, Sivo's day out

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:30 GMT

Parramatta face the Tigers in 2024 Spoon Bowl, and all the stats point to barnstorming winger Maika Sivo lining up for a haul of tries to end the season.

In a special edition of The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru look at the sub 10% owned players that could send your rank soaring if you're willing to take a little gamble to end the season.

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Beers & Breakevens: Hail Mary sent to left-field fullbacks

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:00:40 GMT

With just one round remaining, a pair of low-ownership fullbacks with favourable match-ups have caught the attention of the panel as they send one final Hail Mary to end the NRL Supercoach season.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 27.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 27, with injuries and restings creating ample opportunity for those with trades left up their sleeve.

00:00 Completing the treble

16:30 Team list analysis: Roosters injuries cause chaos

27:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Hail Mary Sivo

40:00 Round 27 trades: Super POD fullbacks catch the eye

56:15 Captaincy plays: Fun with Fuller

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#210: SC Playbook, surviving the final hurdle

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:59:29 GMT

The final round of the NRL Supercoach season has arrived, so which players have the best match-ups to target to help you close out your overall rank in style?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 27.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with injury carnage headlined by Sam Walker, Tom Trbojevic and David Fifita making for a brutal final round of the season.

With just one round to play, the boys rank their predicted highest scoring players to help you finish on a high.

00:00 A new champion nears...

06:00 Team lists: Papy rest creates opportunity at Storm

12:30 Highest scoring players to end the season

28:50 Rando's stat deep dive: 2024's most improved, biggest regressors

37:00 Round 27 trade plans and captains

39:00 Questions: Who's the best Walker and Turbo replacements?

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Weekly wrap: Walker woes headline chaotic weekend

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:20:52 GMT

An injury to highly owned halfback Sam Walker added a somber note on the end of NRL Supercoach head-to-head grand final week, with a few left-field options going large in Round 26.

2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams takes a look back at Round 26 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Is selling Tommy Turbo lunacy?

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 02:56:20 GMT

Tom Trbojevic is the best player in NRL Supercoach as it stands, but there's a serious case to sell the Manly superstar to finish the season.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 26, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Value galore in Manly flyers

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:45:15 GMT

The Sea Eagles and Bulldogs clash headlines round 26, and the crew think there's plenty of value in a few Manly flyers to score despite facing the best defensive outfit in the competition.

02:30 Last week's results: Lucas the gift that keeps giving

08:10 Round 26 bets: Manly try-scorers catch the eye

20:10 Moral of the week: Sam fights for country kids

24:20 Sam's Round 26 tips

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The Late Show: Who top scores in grand final week?

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:00:43 GMT

With NRL Supercoach head-to-head grand finals taking place in round 26, which players look primed to deliver the biggest scores of the weekend?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Nicho's last laugh

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:00:03 GMT

Nicho Hynes is nearing a return from a lengthy lay-off, should Supercoaches roll the dice and bring in one of the game's elite scorers for the final fortnight?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 26.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 26, with question marks surrounding the availability of a number of key players.

00:00 Guru crows

08:50 Team list analysis: All eyes on Curran

28:20 Tim's stat deep dive: Roll dice on Nicho

42:10 Round 26 trades: Simply the Best

54:50 Captaincy plays: Ponga appeal

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#209: SC Playbook, Lomax holds key to grand final glory

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:00:00 GMT

With NRL Supercoach head-to-head grand final week arriving, the boys rank their predicted highest scoring players to get you home in your league, with Dragons flyer Zac Lomax looming as a top contender.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and 2019 champion Dez Creek are on deck for NRL round 26.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Melbourne's mass restings the beginning of a tough grand final week.

00:00 Dezzy flying the SCPB flag

09:40 Team lists: Storm rest, Curran, Plath concerns

25:00 Dez Q+A: Lessons learned in 2024, what worked, what didn't

37:35 Highest scoring players to claim GF glory

50:20 Hot topics: Trade Turbo to Ponga?

53:00 Round 26 trade plans and captains

57:10 Questions: Hooker, 5/8 priority picks

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Weekly wrap: Turbo takes points in fullback battle

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 11:43:13 GMT

All eyes are on the fullback battle in three for the run home, with superstar Tom Trbojevic putting on a masterclass to lead the way ahead of Kalyn Ponga and James Tedesco.

The SC Spy takes a look back at Round 25 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Does Chief Luai hold all the answers?

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 01:59:32 GMT

Jarome Luai has shown this season he's ready to lead the Panthers in the absence of Nathan Cleary, so is he the best halfback option to take Supercoaches to glory?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 25, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: SJ's farewell to inspire Warriors upset

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:01:41 GMT

New Zealand farewells their favourite son Shaun Johnson in his final home game against the Bulldogs, and it may just be enough to inspire an upset victory.

03:30 Last week's results: Margin narrows between the boys

07:10 Round 25 bets: Up the Wahs

20:30 Moral of the week: How to get your club cash

23:00 Sam's Round 25 tips

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The Late Show: Young v Lomax for the run home?

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:00:53 GMT

Dominic Young and Zac Lomax have pushed into elite CTW territory in 2024, so which flyer is the priority pick-up to end the NRL Supercoach season?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Adding the Cherry on top

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:00:05 GMT

Daly Cherry-Evans finished last NRL Supercoach season in emphatic fashion, can we expect another stellar ending with a tantalising match-up against the Tigers?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 25.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 25, with the late season carnage starting to make its way into teams.

00:00 The gap narrows, barely

07:20 Team list analysis: Key outs create hooking dramas

14:50 Tim's stat deep dive: Cherry on top, Edwards the super POD

28:00 Round 25 trades: Cleary replacements

43:40 Captaincy plays: Teddy v Turbo debate, again...

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#208: SC Playbook, who replaces injured Cleary?

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:45:09 GMT

Owned by essentially every active Supercoach Nathan Cleary's injury has left many reeling, so which halfback is the best replacement for the Penrith playmaker to end the season?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Random Stats Guy are on deck for NRL round 25.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Cleary, Connor Watson and Cody Walker headlining a host of key outs.

00:00 Spy's injury concern

10:00 Team lists: Popular players ruled out

14:10 Who replaces Nathan Cleary?

39:20 Hot topics: Ranking the premium CTW candidates

49:30 Round 25 trade plans and captains

57:10 Questions: What to do with no hooker available?

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Weekly wrap: Cleary injury rocks run home

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 10:11:06 GMT

Owned by essentially every top ranked player in NRL Supercoach, Nathan Cleary's injury has rocked the run home to overall and head-to-head glory.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 24 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Sleepless nights over sit v starts

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 02:33:15 GMT

With NRL Supercoach squads as deep as they've been all season, coaches are grappling with who to play in their starting 17 ahead of week two of head-to-head finals.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 24, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Teddy to terrorise wounded Eels

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:16:19 GMT

Parramatta almost pulled off a remarkable upset last week against Penrith, but how much do they have left in the tank against a rampant Roosters outfit fresh off the bye?

02:00 Last week's results: Raining Hail Mary's

06:00 Round 24 bets: Teddy set for night out

19:30 Moral of the week: Putting Jimmy to shame

21:30 Sam's Round 24 tips

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The Late Show: Waving goodbye to Jahrome

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:46 GMT

Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes has been an NRL Supercoach star this season, so why is he looming as a sell ahead of Round 24?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Lomax ready to breathe fire

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:00:44 GMT

Dragons flyer Zac Lomax has shown his class against strong opposition in recent weeks, so is he about to explode with a soft run home?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 24.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 24, with key Sharks and Panthers players eyeing returns which may have a big impact on Supercoach teams.

00:00 The home stretch

08:00 Team list analysis: Stars return for high-flying clubs

29:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Lomax ready to breathe fire

39:30 Round 24 trades: All-in on rampaging Roosters

01:00:40 Captaincy plays: Teddy v Turbo debate

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#207: SC Playbook, Joey Manu's personal plea to Tim

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 10:46:44 GMT

Joey Manu has personally delivered a desperate plea to Tim with news the Cooma Stallions were looking at recruiting the Roosters centre despite their traumatic history.

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, head-to-head specialist Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 24.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Dom Young and Eli Katoa headlining the returning stars.

With plans to once again recruit Joey Manu, Tim is given a word of warning from the man himself, Joey, about not buying him and ruining his season.

00:00 Dezzy stals in title charge

08:30 Team lists: Big guns return

16:50 Finding this year's late season Tolutau Koula

29:00 Dude's playing with dudes, player combos

40:40 Hot topics: Manu's plea to Tim

55:10 Round 24 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

58:40 Questions: Sit v starts

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Weekly wrap: Turbo, Ponga catch fire

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:47:04 GMT

Masterful displays from Tom Trbojevic and Kalyn Ponga have sent a message to James Tedesco owners as NRL Supercoach finals heat up.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 23 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Solving fullback headaches for run home

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 01:30:00 GMT

The fullback slot is the most important position in NRL Supercoach for the run home, so what's the best way to navigate the best No.1s in coming weeks?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 23, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: KP to lead Knights to a Sunday special

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 00:35:09 GMT

At this stage of the season it's all about cashing in on the hapless Tigers, and where better to do so than a sunny Sunday afternoon in Newcastle with Kalyn Ponga on a mission?

03:00 Last week's results: Sharkies help Sam narrow the gap

07:00 Round 23 bets: Sea Eagles to spoil Raiders old boy's day

22:00 Moral of the week: Hughesy the coward

25:30 Sam's Round 23 tips

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The Late Show: Timing isn't right for firing Lomax

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:00:30 GMT

Zac Lomax is one of the most traded in players for NRL Supercoach Round 23, but the boys feel there's no need to rush on the Dragons flyer.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Haas owners send Tapine a front-row SOS

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:00:34 GMT

The likely season-ending injury to Payne Haas has left more than half of top ranked Supercoaches looking for a replacement, with Raiders enforcer Joe Tapine high up on the hit list of candidates.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 23.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 23, with Jamayne Isaako and Josh Curran named despite injury doubts for the upcoming weekend.

00:00 Ru's stroke of fortune

09:10 Team list analysis: Nervous wait on highly owned stars

25:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Time for Tapine?

39:30 Round 23 trades: Left-field Haas replacement

56:30 Captaincy plays: Avoiding Nathan Cleary

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#206: SC Playbook, is Ponga primed to explode?

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 10:45:19 GMT

Kalyn Ponga finished the season in flying fashion last season, should Supercoaches flock to the Knights fullback to see if he can replicate the big finish in 2024?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 23.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Eli Katoa and Beau Fermor adding to a growing injury toll for the run home.

With head-to-head finals beginning this week for the majority of leagues, we reveal the strategies required to aid your match-up.

00:00 A moment of silence for Shaun Johnson

10:20 Team lists: Injuries leave Supercoaches reeling

19:20 Head-to-head finals strategy

29:00 Best Payne Haas FRF replacements

48:00 Hot topics: Tedesco and Young lead sell list

01:03:40 Round 23 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:10:50 Questions: Kiraz v Lomax for the run home

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Weekly wrap: Haas headlines horror injury list

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 09:48:04 GMT

A potential season-ending injury to Payne Haas headlined a horror injury list across an action packed weekend of NRL, so who's the best replacement in the front-row?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 22 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Can Big Papa's 300th inspire Belmore boilover?

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 03:18:25 GMT

The Bulldogs v Raiders clash has split the boys, with Sam confident the Canberra side will lift for pack leader Josh Papali'i's 300th game at Belmore Oval.

02:20 Last week's results: Null and void

05:20 Moral of the week: Cash flows to country footy

09:15 Round 22 bets: Can Big Papa's 300th inspire upset?

22:30 Sam's Round 22 tips

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Listener Q+A: Patience on Penrith-bound Ponga

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:57:46 GMT

Kalyn Ponga is one of the most traded-in players in Round 22, but with a trip to Penrith looming Supercoaches need not rush to buy the Knights superstar.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 22, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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The Late Show: Has Isaako ran his final race for Supercoaches?

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:00:44 GMT

Jamayne Isaako has been rock solid all season, but with a tough draw home and a lapse in scoring is it time to say goodbye to the Dolphins flyer?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Bomber Burton set to explode

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:14:19 GMT

The Bulldogs have proven they’re a genuine force in 2024, so should Supercoaches be eyeing off key playmaker Matt Burton for the run home?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 22.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 22, with Joey Manu returning at an awkward time for interested Supercoaches.

00:00 The gap closes

09:00 Team list analysis: Manu’s awkward timing

21:30 Tim's stat deep dive: All eyes on Scotty 2 Hottie

33:30 Round 22 trades: Munster v Burton

52:45 Captaincy plays: Vice opportunities loom large

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#205: SC Playbook, unleashing Mad Dog Munster ft 2nd overall

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:00:15 GMT

Cameron Munster returns to the Melbourne Storm starting side after a long injury lay-off, is it worth going early on the livewire five-eighth for the run home?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, Rhys Winn currently second placed overall and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 22.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Joey Manu's return giving Supercoaches a headache ahead of the Roosters bye.

Sitting second, we grill Winny with questions on how he's strategically attacked this season from round 1 onwards.

00:00 Winny joins the show

09:00 Team lists: Go early on Manu or wait?

25:00 Winny question and answer

44:40 Hot topics: Cut ties with May and Isaako?

59:50 Round 22 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:08:30 Questions: Spy's Val conundrum

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Weekly wrap: Teddy's timely reminder in battle of elite No.1s

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 11:04:18 GMT

The fullback slot is likely to decide the NRL Supercoach run home, with Roosters superstar James Tedesco sending a timely reminder to those who sold off over the weekend.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 21 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Has Terrell show come to a close?

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 03:04:01 GMT

Terrell May has been an NRL Supercoach stud this year, but with a full pack on deck for the Roosters is it time to cut ties with the enforcer?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 21, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Wahs to feast on wounded Tigers

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 01:02:23 GMT

The New Zealand Warriors are set for a night out to kick-off Round 21 against a battered Wests Tigers outfit, so where should punters cash in?

03:00 Last week's results: Tim's all-time lock lobs

07:00 Round 21 bets: Warriors to maul Tigers

22:00 Moral of the week: Now or never for country kids

24:20 Sam's Round 21 tips

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The Late Show: Is Gus Crichton really a must-have?

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 10:00:55 GMT

Angus Crichton looks a key target in coming weeks, but with trades low and money slim for plenty, can Supercoaches look to avoid the Roosters back-rower for the run home?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: The case against Turbo charging

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:00:01 GMT

Tom Trbojevic is the most popular trade-in this week, but there's a case to go against the rampant Sea Eagles fullback in coming rounds.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 21.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 21, with an injury at Penrith opening a window for a boom rookie CTW play.

00:00 Searching for light in dark times

08:55 Team list analysis: Cash grab emerges at Panthers, Munster eyes return

16:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Bringing the Payne

29:20 Round 21 trades: The case against Turbo

44:00 Captaincy plays: Has Cleary done enough for the armband?

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#204: SC Playbook, run home point of difference picks

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:00:47 GMT

The run home to NRL Supercoach glory has begun, so who are the best left-field options to target to gain an advantage on rivals?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 21.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Roger Tuivasa-Sheck at fullback looking appetising against a depleted Tigers outift.

The boys also eye off the low-ownership point of difference picks that have caught the eye, and the high-ownership picks they're tempted to avoid.

00:00 Tough times at Bloke HQ

11:35 Team lists: RTS the No.1

16:30 Point of difference pick-ups

40:30 Hot topics: Hold or sell Jayden Campbell?

53:50 Round 21 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:02:20 Questions: Who to sell for Nathan Cleary?

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Weekly wrap: Cleary, Turbo send masterful reminders

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 11:32:12 GMT

Recently back from injuries, Nathan Cleary and Tom Trbojevic went nuclear in Round 20 to send Supercoaches a timely reminder of their brilliance ahead of head-to-head finals.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 20 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Ola or goodbye to Manly enforcer?

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 23:47:07 GMT

Manly back-rower Haumole Olakau'atu copped a two match suspension for his role in an Origin melee, so do Supercoaches stick strong with him or cut ties?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 20, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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The Late Show: Super POD edition, Papy the forgotten fullback

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 02:00:06 GMT

The fullback position is set to break NRL Supercoach wide open on the run home, so is Melbourne Storm flyer Ryan Papenhuyzen the man we're all overlooking?

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Half-Backed podcast: Storm to roast Chooks among Origin aftermath

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:19:34 GMT

The Melbourne Storm and Sydney Roosters clash promises to be a blockbuster, but the panel believe Craig Bellamy's men will be up for the challenge.

02:10 Last week's results: Boys sizzle after Origin fill-up

05:40 Origin recap: Bench selections prove pivotal

14:00 Round 20 bets: Storm to roast Chooks

25:45 Moral of the week: Cash in on Sea Eagles flyers

27:00 Sam's Round 20 tips

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Beers & Breakevens: Why Watson's the hooking hero

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:00:33 GMT

The hooking position is throwing curveballs at NRL Supercoaches this week, so is Roosters rake Connor Watson the man to lock in for the run home?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 20.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 20, with Penrith's Origin restings the first sign of what may well be a tough round ahead.

00:00 Pre-Origin arrogance

08:40 Team list analysis: Injured Dog gives prop another life

22:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Watson the No.1 hooker

36:00 Round 20 trades: It's time to boost

48:10 Captaincy plays: Follow the Sea Eagles attacking weapons?

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#203: SC Playbook, getting trigger happy on Cleary?

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:00:11 GMT

Nathan Cleary returns after a lengthy injury lay-off in Round 20, so do NRL Supercoaches pull the trigger on him early or give it another week to await a cash windfall?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 20.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Nathan Cleary's return leaving Supercoaches with the big question of when to buy.

The boys also discuss their tactics for the run home of how and when they plan to use their final trades.

00:00 Dezzy's dual champion bid ramps up

08:50 Team lists: When to move on returning Cleary?

29:50 Strategy: When to use final trades on run home?

47:50 Hot topics: Time to cut ties with Galvin?

59:40 Round 20 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:09:28 Questions: Chris Randall a cheap Connor Watson?

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Weekly wrap: Is terrific Turbo the No.1 to take us home?

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 10:23:34 GMT

Tom Trbojevic put on a masterclass to finish up the final major bye round of the season, so is he the best fullback to target on the run home to NRL Supercoach finals?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 19 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Left-field halves emerge for run home

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 03:18:30 GMT

With the halves slots opening up in recent weeks, several major options have emerged for the run home led by Sea Eagles chief playmaker Daly Cherry-Evans.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 19, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Titans to feast on battered Eels

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:51:46 GMT

The Gold Coast Titans have rediscovered their attacking best of late, with the panel confident the points will flow against a depleted Eels in Round 19.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes, SC Playbook's Tim Williams and special guest the SC Spy to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

03:00 Last week's results: Two out of three ain't bad

9:55 Round 19 bets: Bunnies flyer set to feast

29:00 Moral of the week: Jimmy hates country kids

31:00 Sam's Round 19 tips

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The Late Show: Why the Pryce isn’t right

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:00:36 GMT

Newcastle playmaker Will Pryce is the second most traded in player in Round 19, but there’s concerns around the English target this week.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Bunnies playmakers ready to bounce

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:00:50 GMT

With South Sydney on a rampage a pair of Rabbitohs playmakers are on the trade radar for the third major bye round.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 19.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 19, with Manly’s backline reshuffle causing a few Supercoach headaches.

00:00 Captaincy curse runs strong

10:30 Team list analysis: Titans spine concerns

30:30 Tim's stat deep dive: How Nicho loss impacts Sharks

45:30 Round 19 trades: Bunnies playmakers

58:00 Captaincy plays: Slim pickings on tough week

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#202: SC Playbook, No.1 fullback pairing for the run home

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 10:16:56 GMT

Fullback is the most important position in NRL Supercoach and with stars returning after Origin it's set to blow the game wide open for the run home, so who is the best pairing to target?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 19.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Parramatta's back-row selections opening and closing doors for Supercoaches.

The boys also discuss the all-important fullback position for the run home, looking at the best combination to target post State of Origin.

00:00 Spy's park footy bounce back

06:40 Team lists: Knights gifts, time's up on Carty Party

34:00 How hard do we need to go for a full team?

41:30 Fullbacks: Plans for the run home

55:30 Hot topics: Lock and load Olakau'atu

01:02:50 Round 19 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:13:45 Questions: Is Iro a season keeper or sell?

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Weekly wrap: Scintillating Hughes looms as season keeper?

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 10:05:47 GMT

Jahrome Hughes continued his stunning run of Supercoach form in Round 18, with the Storm halfback looming as a locked and loaded keeper to finish off 2024.

2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams takes a look back at Round 18 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Wizard Walsh to make his mark

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 02:53:25 GMT

It's been a tough month for Broncos flyer Reece Walsh, but Round 18 against premiers Penrith will see him remind rivals of his blistering best.

02:50 Last week's results: Boys cash in on Roosters

05:30 Round 18 bets: Big wet won't stop Sharkies

17:50 Moral of the week: Severe Storm headed for Leichhardt

18:50 Sam's Round 18 tips

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Listener Q+A: Wet weather drowns out Nicho plans

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 01:10:58 GMT

Nicho Hynes is the hot topic of Round 18, but heavy rain forecast for the Sharks v Titans clash in Coffs Harbour may dampen plans to move early on the Cronulla playmaker.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 18, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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The Late Show: Turbo boost shakes up Sea Eagles

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:00:32 GMT

Tom Trbojevic's return at centre has created mixed news for Supercoaches on all fronts, with Tolutau Koula the big winner out of the team changes.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Is Knight simply the Best?

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 05:00:45 GMT

Bradman Best burst into NRL Supercoach calculations with a barnstorming performance last week, but the boys are split on whether he's the right man to invest in.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 18.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 18, with Ryan Papenhuyzen's availability set to shake-up Supercoach squads in more ways than one.

00:00 Get your hats on!

15:20 Team list analysis: Turbo return shakes up Sea Eagles

38:20 Tim's stat deep dive: Simply the Best

53:50 Round 18 trades: Ponga return boosts Marzhew stocks

01:07:23 Captaincy plays: Steer clear of terrific Teddy?

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#201: SC Playbook, Ponga's return rocks Supercoach

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:00:19 GMT

Team list Tuesday has caused chaos to the bye plans of Supercoaches, none more so then the shock early return of Kalyn Ponga at the Knights.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Tom Trbojevic's return proving both good and bad news to the prospects of key Manly Supercoach players.

The boys also discuss the vital strategy of 'nuffing', explaining the meaning and their varying views on its effectiveness.

00:00 Spy's return to rugby league

10:00 Team lists: Papy returns, vital cheapies given the axe

26:00 Nuffing strategy explained

34:40 Hold or sell Joey Manu?

39:20 Hot topics: Is Marzhew a must?

58:20 Round 18 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:01:30 Questions: Will Turbo have a negative impact on Garrick?

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Weekly wrap: Ruthless Roosters save best for last

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:22:39 GMT

Origin restings and injuries caused chaos to Supercoaches, with a relentless Sydney Roosters outfit blowing the weekend open in the final game of Round 17.

2021's 91st placed NRL Supercoach finisher the SC Spy takes a look back at Round 17 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Ponga rumours cloud Sharpe trade plans

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 23:30:58 GMT

Rookie Knights fullback Fletcher Sharpe is the most traded in player in Round 17, but rumours of Kalyn Ponga's early return have raised questions around Sharpe's Supercoach credentials.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 17, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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The Late Show: Time to get Bizza after Origin special?

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 02:00:23 GMT

Penrith winger Brian To'o is an NRL Supercoach great, so is it time to lock in Bizza for the run home after a State of Origin special?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Half-Backed podcast: Refreshed Sharks circling the Doggies

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:44:44 GMT

Fresh off the bye, the Cronulla Sharks are set to make a statement to their NRL rivals when they face-off with the Bulldogs in Round 17.

03:00 Last week's results: Winners flow all round

08:30 Origin recap: Why Luai/Moses combined so well

20:00 Round 17 bets: Sharks circling Bulldogs

35:00 Moral of the week: Tigers handed reality check

35:50 Sam's Round 17 tips

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Beers & Breakevens: Forgotten CTW cheapies catch the eye

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 02:00:56 GMT

Ronaldo Mulitalo is a highly sought after CTW bargain this week, but there's a few other bottomed out centre-wing stars that have caught the eye ahead of Round 17.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 17.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 17, with team movements at the Eels creating Supercoach excitement and headaches.

00:00 All in on Sharpe?

14:20 Team list analysis: Targeting Knights debutant

28:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Nikora numbers show best is yet to come

42:10 Round 17 trades: Cheapie CTWs catch the eye

51:30 Captaincy plays: Teddy or bust?

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#200: SC Playbook, is Shark bait too tough to resist?

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:20:44 GMT

With a dream draw incoming the Cronulla Sharks are hot property this week, with Briton Nikora and Ronaldo Mulitalo headlining the list of popular buys, so do we go all-in on the Shire boys or tread cautiously?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 17.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with the Newcastle Knights shaking up their side that's produced both good and bad news for Supercoaches.

With Dezzy sitting in 306th overall, we deep dive into his strategy that's changed from his title year to 2024, and what's worked for him so far this season.

00:00 Dezzy's hot hand

08:30 Team lists: SJ injured, Storm star drops out

17:00 Dezzy Q+A: What's worked in 2024

30:25 Hot topics: Nikora, Mulitalo hit radar with Sharks draw

46:15 Rando's stat deep dive: Trade tools sharpen for Knights rookie

51:00 Round 17 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

56:00 Questions: Can we go early on Nicho Hynes?

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Weekly wrap: Amazing Api saves best for last

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 09:28:38 GMT

Wests Tigers rake Api Koroisau delivered a Campbelltown masterclass to blow NRL Supercoach Round 16 wide open in the final game of the weekend.

2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams takes a look back at Round 16 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Chooks reality check for rejuvenated Dogs

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 04:00:34 GMT

The Bulldogs have answered critics all season long, but according to the panel the might of the Roosters will hand the Belmore boys a reality check in Round 16.

03:00 Last week's results: Form continues, for most of us...

07:00 Round 16 bets: Bunnies to boil battered Sea Eagles

21:20 Moral of the week: Easiest profit of all-time

23:10 Sam's Round 16 tips

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Listener Q+A: Is chopping Holmes Supercoach madness?

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:37:00 GMT

Valentine Holmes misses a chunk of games over the next month, so is the Supercoach CTW gun a sell or are the traders going mad?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 16, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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The Late Show: Super POD edition, Roosters forgotten flyer

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 10:00:55 GMT

All attention has been on the Roosters right edge for Supercoaches this season, but is proven performer Daniel Tupou worth a look at a remarkable 0.5% ownership?

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Beers & Breakevens: Hold or sell Latrell after Origin recall?

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:00:42 GMT

Latrell Mitchell's stunning surge of form earned him a State of Origin recall, so do Supercoaches hold or sell the star fullback as he misses a string of upcoming weeks?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 16.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 16, with Dominic Young and David Fifita headlining a list of returning Supercoach stars.

00:00 Tim & Ru's H2H nailbiter

15:00 Team list analysis: Fears for Fa'alogo

27:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Koloamatangi and Plath make compelling cases

44:10 Round 16 trades: Hold or trade Latrell?

55:30 Captaincy plays: Is it Teddy or bust?

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#199: SC Playbook, Teddy Time or Lil Papy POD play?

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:44:11 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and head-to-head specialist Max Bryden are on deck for NRL round 16.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen giving Supercoaches an interesting decision to make.

They deep dive into their methodology for picking captains each week and what factors play into the decision, while Max also reveals the strategy and teams to target and avoid for head-to-head focused player to finish the bye period.

00:00 Maxy's monster week

12:20 Team lists: Relief as Fifi, Galvinator return

29:00 Captaincy methodology: How to pick a skipper

40:00 H2H bye planning focus

49:35 Hot topics: Is Tedesco a must-have this week?

01:03:20 Round 16 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:12:15 Questions: Herbie Fully Loaded

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Weekly wrap: Garrick head knock sums up brutal week

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 10:07:03 GMT

Injuries struck hard to make NRL Supercoach Round 15 one of the toughest of the season, with the most captained player Rueben Garrick copping a first half head knock to hurt those that gave him the armband.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 14 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Is Cody Walker a Rabbit trap?

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 02:40:56 GMT

Cody Walker has burst into form in recent weeks alongside a revitalised Rabbitohs, but can they keep it up or is it short-lived?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 15, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Dom Young set to explode with dream match-up

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:03:17 GMT

Prolific try-scorer Dom Young could be set for a night out against the Eels, with a dream match-up set to see the English flyer explode.

01:50 Last week's results: Monkey off the back

05:30 Round 15 bets: Why Wahs can keep the streak alive

19:10 Moral of the week: On the up for country footy

21:30 Sam's Round 15 tips

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The Late Show: Stay patient or cut ties with the Galvinator?

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:00:21 GMT

Star rookie Lachlan Galvin has a dream schedule throughout the NRL Supercoach bye-period, but are minor injury and contract issues enough to sell of the Tigers playmaker?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Is it time to give up the Drink?

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:01:39 GMT

Scott Drinkwater has been in electric NRL Supercoach form this season, but with a poor period ahead is it time to hit the trade button on the Cowboys fullback?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 15.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 15, with Shaun Johnson returning to steer the Warriors and Nicho Hynes back on deck for the Sharks.

00:00 Ru finds some form

12:30 Team list analysis: Stars align with Origin auditions to come

29:20 Tim's stat deep dive: Will halfback shift help or hinder Api?

41:20 Round 15 trades: Time to nuff?

54:00 Sit v starts: Can Burbo keep up the form?

01:00:30 Captaincy plays: Going early on POD Nicho?

01:09:40 Property buyers share their insight

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#198: SC Playbook, why Latrell shouldn't be most traded in

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:30:20 GMT

After destroying the Titans Latrell Mitchell is the most purchased player in NRL Supercoach this week, but is it really the right decision?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and Random Stats Guy are on deck for NRL round 15.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with a tonne of stars returning headlined by Dylan Edwards, Nicho Hynes and Cam Murray.

They deep dive into Rando's best stats leading into Round 15, with Ronaldo Mulitalo set to bounce back to his best and Joey Manu looming as a genuine captaincy play against the Eels.

00:00 Public holiday chaos

05:30 Team lists: Galvin injury forces Api halfback shift

14:55 Hot topics: Why most traded in Latrell is an avoid this week

33:55 Rando's stats of the week: Unstoppable Garrick, return of Ronny

45:20 Round 15 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

48:30 Questions: Are we sleeping on Charnze?

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Weekly wrap: Raining tonnes as NSW wingers go bonkers

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:53:13 GMT

It threatened to be one of the hardest NRL Supercoach rounds of the season, but the guns stood tall in round 14 including a pair of Blues flyers and a key Origin aspirant.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 14 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Bookies miss mark on revitalised Warriors

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 06:45:48 GMT

The Cowboys enter their round 14 clash with the Warriors as favourites, but the boys are adamant the bookies have got it wrong in Townsville.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:

00:00 Sam's Origin recap: Pass mark not enough to save Nicho

08:55 Last week's results: One leg doesn't make a set

12:10 Round 14 bets: Cash in on Titans v Bunnies points fest

26:10 Moral of the week: Changing the game

28:40 Sam's Round 14 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, best/worst starting picks

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:00:56 GMT

Along with the regular NRL Supercoach questions, we look back at our best and worst selections to start the 2024 season.

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Listener Q+A: Hold or sell Nicho after Origin ambush?

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:55:50 GMT

QLD's dominant Origin victory in the series opener over NSW will have huge implications on Supercoaches, including heavily owned halfback Nicho Hynes.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 14, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Beers & Breakevens: Eli storms into Supercoach sights

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 02:15:33 GMT

Melbourne Storm powerhouse Eliesa Katoa is at the forefront of many Supercoach trade plans this week, but the boys are split on whether he's worth the cash.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 14.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 14, determining which players they suspect may back up and drop out after the State of Origin opener.

00:00 Rankings tighten at season midpoint

11:30 Team list analysis: Armstrong on the outer?

42:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Are we chasing last week's points with Koloamatangi?

53:20 Round 14 trades: Katoa splits the panel

01:03:30 Captaincy plays: Fifita with a point to prove

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#197: SC Playbook, Trell time ft Socceroos skipper Maty Ryan

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:00:14 GMT

With Latrell Mitchell snubbed by the NSW Blues, is it time to invest in the Rabbitohs fullback and proven NRL Supercoach gun?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, Socceroos captain Maty Ryan, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and 2019 champion Dez Creek are on deck for NRL round 14.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Nicho Hynes rested by the Sharks and Blaize Talagi back in the knick of time.

They also reveal their plans to navigate the next few bye rounds with round 14 in particular looking extremely difficult for Supercoaches.

Maty also chats about what it's like to take on Argentine superstar Leo Messi.

00:00 Maty Ryan joins the show

10:35 Team lists: Nicho out, Talagi in

17:35 Navigating a brutal few rounds

32:00 Best bye-period halfback to target

44:30 Hot topics: Is cheapie Hands too good to be true?

57:10 What's it like to play Lionel Messi?

01:01:55 Round 14 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:06:25 Questions: Best player Maty's ever played with

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Weekly wrap: Ranking top CTW targets

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 09:34:11 GMT

The centre/wing position is stacked moving through the NRL Supercoach bye-period, so which targets are the priorities moving forward?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 13 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Red flags around rookie Panthers halves

Thu, 30 May 2024 04:50:48 GMT

Rookie Penrith halves Brad Schneider and Jack Cole have caught the attention of Supercoaches for the bye period, but there's cause for concern around both men.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 13, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Moses to lift Eels off canvas

Wed, 29 May 2024 23:54:02 GMT

Parramatta welcome back their chief's in Mitch Moses and Clint Gutherson in Round 13, and it may be enough to see them cause an upset against the ladder-leading Sharks without their Prince.

02:30 Last week's results: Two out of three ain't bad

05:00 Round 13 bets: Take your pick of Chookies try-scorers

23:00 Moral of the week: Roosters pile on pain

23:50 Sam's Round 13 tips

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The Late Show: Super POD edition, King Gutho at 0.1% anyone?

Wed, 29 May 2024 10:00:49 GMT

Traditionally an NRL Supercoach Origin period specialist, Clint Gutherson returns from injury at 0.1% ownership among top ranked teams, could he be the ticket to massive rank rises?

In a special edition of The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru look at the sub 3% owned players that could send your ranking soaring if you're willing to take a little gamble this week.

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Beers & Breakevens: Moving heaven and earth for Teddy shares

Wed, 29 May 2024 05:00:08 GMT

After missing State of Origin selection, how badly do Supercoaches need to attack to get James Tedesco into their teams?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 13.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 13, with Blaize Talagi's benching stunning 74% of disappointed owners.

00:00 Ru's shameful trade tactics

16:20 Team list analysis: All signs point to Terrell time

28:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Don't sell Ronny, buy him

36:55 Round 13 trades: Save trades or all-in on Teddy?

47:30 Captaincy plays: Which Rooster tops the list?

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#196: SC Playbook, is it time to dethrone Price Nicho?

Tue, 28 May 2024 10:15:21 GMT

NSW Blues duties on the horizon, carrying injury, and a tonne of money about to be lost, do we hold or sell Nicho Hynes leading into the Origin bye-period?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, 2021's 6th placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 13.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with the returns of Mitch Moses and Clint Gutherson to have huge ramifications on Supercoach.

They also determine which Origin players are worth holding and selling across the next few months.

00:00 Clem's back in business

08:20 Team lists: Talagi benched, Kiraz positional switch

24:00 Origin players to hold and sell

28:10 Hot topics: Is Manu a must?

01:00:40 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed

01:06:55 Round 13 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:12:30 Questions: How many Roosters is too many?

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Weekly wrap: Supercoach Origin winners/losers, Prince Nicho's nightmare

Sun, 26 May 2024 10:01:42 GMT

With State of Origin squads dropping, we look at the massive NRL Supercoach implications headlined by James Tedesco and Dylan Edwards that will shake-up the fullback position for the major bye period.

2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams takes a look back at Round 12 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Hold fire on Edwards as Origin call awaits

Thu, 23 May 2024 03:04:21 GMT

Dylan Edwards is one of the most popular purchases in NRL Supercoach, but with a potential Origin debut looming the time isn't right to buy.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 12, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: How are Panthers underdogs?

Thu, 23 May 2024 00:20:53 GMT

Despite taking on the high-flying Cronulla Sharks, the crew believe the bookies have massively missed the mark on the underdog Penrith Panthers in Round 12.

02:10 Last week's results: Not so Magic Round

05:10 Round 12 bets: Bronx keep magic alive at Suncorp

22:10 Moral of the week: Flyer to help send cash to the country

24:30 Sam's Round 12 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, Aitken the bye-period plug

Wed, 22 May 2024 10:00:30 GMT

With a dream draw incoming for the Dolphins, is Euan Aitken the dual position special we've all overlooked this Supercoach season?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Cheapie halves we're all ignoring

Wed, 22 May 2024 05:00:36 GMT

With everyone still looking to replace injured halves, two cheapie options have emerged that could help Supercoaches through the dreaded bye period.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 12.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 12, with Cody Walker's positional switch creating a headache for interested buyers.

00:00 Kat the trade hoarder

12:00 Team list analysis: Hughes returns for desperate Storm

32:25 Tim's stat deep dive: Grant's Origin period question marks

48:30 Round 12 trades: Cheapie halves headline

59:55 Captaincy plays: Can Panthers stop ruthless Nicho?

01:02:30 Sit v starts: Knights bye hurts depth

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#195: SC Playbook, trigger happy Supercoaches face extinction

Tue, 21 May 2024 10:21:42 GMT

With most Supercoaches burning through trades at a rate of knots this season many are at risk of finishing their season very early in 2024, so when is the best time to save trades?

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, Bulldogs Chairman Adam Driussi and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 12.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Jahrome Hughes flying into buy calculations on early return from injury.

The boys talk about their trade situation and where and when they're looking to save trades moving forward, with a dire warning for those trigger happy Supercoaches.

00:00 Magic Round recap

09:30 Team lists: Hughes returns, double boost for Walsh owners

18:45 Trade strategy: Best time to bank them up

28:10 Hot topics: Is it too late for Talagi?

41:30 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed

46:10 Round 12 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

53:55 Questions: Is it too early for Koula?

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Weekly wrap: Disaster domino effect of Munster injury

Sun, 19 May 2024 12:16:19 GMT

With Cameron Munster injured for the Melbourne Storm and potentially Queensland Maroons, Supercoaches may be set to lose two key players for the major bye period.

Stepping up to the plate, Maxy Bryden takes a look back at Round 11 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Boosting again as Walsh injury blows up trade plans

Thu, 16 May 2024 03:36:33 GMT

So far there's been nothing Magical about Round 11, with Reece Walsh's withdrawal and major doubt over Nicho Hynes forcing a huge shake-up to trade plans.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 11, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Cowboys left edge to sprinkle magic

Thu, 16 May 2024 00:32:39 GMT

With the Rabbitohs and Cowboys both battling to defend in 2024 Suncorp Stadium could be set for a flood of points on Saturday night, with some magic to be delivered on the left edge of the field.

03:30 Last week's results: Two out of three ain't bad

07:40 Round 11 bets: Cowboys left side, strong side

21:45 Moral of the week: Super Sunday special

23:30 Sam's Round 11 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, is Dom Young really a must-have?

Wed, 15 May 2024 10:00:48 GMT

Rooster Dom Young went enormous against the Warriors last weekend, so is he a must-have moving forward or do we look elsewhere at CTW?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is given 30 seconds to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Stats reign supreme as Ru-flu strikes

Wed, 15 May 2024 05:00:50 GMT

With injury and selection drama cruelling the fullback position, where do Supercoaches turn to for their No.1 moving forward?

Ru-flu has claimed Guru, so this week Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and Random Stats Guy together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 11.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 11, with Tolutau Koula flying into Supercoach calculations off the back off Tom Trbojevic's devastating injury.

00:00 Ru-flu claims Guru

11:30 Team list analysis: Caution as Nicho named for Sharks

23:20 Rando's stat deep dive: Tedesco's Magic round?

30:20 Tim's stat deep dive: Why Dom Young is a must-have

41:40 Round 11 trades: Patience around halfback headaches

47:50 Captaincy plays: Rain to play havoc on popular skippers

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#194: SC Playbook, Magical solution to halfback crisis

Tue, 14 May 2024 10:37:04 GMT

With an injury crisis for the ages at halfback, where do NRL Supercoaches move to now with limited quality No.7s to pick from?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy, head-to-head specialist Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 11.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with bad news on popular picks including Joey Manu and Trai Fuller.

Maxy also takes a deep dive into the strategy around the bye period for head-to-head rather than overall focused players, outlining how tactics change, and how dramatic the difference in approaching the schedule is.

00:00 Trade burners feeling the heat

16:40 Team lists: Koula's big win, Hammer blow

25:30 Head-to-head bye period planning: Storm warning looms

44:50 Solutions to halfback injury crisis

57:10 Hot topics: Is Young simply a must-have?

01:03:00 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed

01:07:10 Round 11 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:14:10 Questions: Snap up a Marzhew bargain?

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Weekly wrap: Hamstrung halves blow Supercoach wide open

Sun, 12 May 2024 10:47:50 GMT

NRL Supercoach has been blown wide open with Nathan Cleary, Nicho Hynes and Shaun Johnson among a host of big name injuries across a chaotic weekend of action.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 10 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Beware a freshened Trell

Thu, 09 May 2024 02:17:33 GMT

Latrell Mitchell makes his return from suspension this week for his hurting Rabbitohs, and the boys think the star fullback will be out to make a statement.

02:00 Last week's results: Hughesy running red-hot, Tim in all sorts...

05:45 Round 10 bets: Latrell's fiery return

20:45 Moral of the week: Dragons flyer won't be stopped

22:35 Sam's Round 10 tips

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Listener Q+A: Is Dearden the solution to our 5/8 woes?

Wed, 08 May 2024 23:44:02 GMT

Five-eighth has been a troublesome position in 2024, so is Cowboys playmaker Tommy Dearden the answer to the issue with a soft upcoming draw?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 10, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, No.1 hooker moving forward

Wed, 08 May 2024 10:00:15 GMT

With the Origin period set to impact a number of popular NRL Supercoach hookers, who's the best No.9 to target in coming rounds?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Flying wingers have Supercoaches divided

Wed, 08 May 2024 05:00:35 GMT

A few NRL Supercoach flying outside backs are topping the trade list this round, so which of Dom Young, Jamayne Isaako and Reuben Garrick should Supercoaches flock to?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 10.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 10, with Herbie Farnworth's return set to impact a Supercoach gun, and the boy's hope for Taylan May.

00:00 Backflipping into the studio

12:10 Team list analysis: Mixed news for May bros

45:55 Tim's stat deep dive: Dom Young divides opinion

01:00:45 Round 10 trades: Get greedy, or bank some trades?

01:05:15 Sit v starts: Is Galvin set to explode?

01:08:10 Captaincy plays: Rain to play havoc on popular skippers

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#193: SC Playbook, Origin bye-planning special, who to target & sell?

Tue, 07 May 2024 10:25:04 GMT

Navigating the NRL bye schedule throughout the State of Origin period is vital to Supercoach success, so who are the teams to target and avoid?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck for NRL round 10.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Jahrome Hughes gone, Nathan Cleary back, and a pair of early season cheapies back in the mix.

In our Origin period bye-planning special, the crew look at the clubs with the best and worst draws to help you navigate the tricky period of the NRL Supercoach season.

00:00 Matty the Waterboy on death row

08:15 Team lists: Bad news for Terrell May

20:30 Origin bye period planning: Zero in on Dolphins

46:10 Best fullbacks to replace Papenhuyzen

55:35 Hot topics: Isaako v Garrick v Young

01:05:30 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed

01:09:50 Round 10 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:16:55 Questions: Time to sell RTS?

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Weekly wrap: Roosters run riot, who replaces injured Papy?

Sun, 05 May 2024 11:15:03 GMT

Highly owned fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is out for an extended period, so who's the priority fullback replacement for Supercoaches?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 9 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Major issue with rampaging Fifita

Thu, 02 May 2024 03:24:13 GMT

David Fifita is the best 2RF in NRL Supercoach, but there's concerns moving forward that should have investors wary of recruiting the barnstorming Titan.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 9, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Feeling Sami lucky on the Gold Coast

Thu, 02 May 2024 00:35:09 GMT

Points are tipped to flow between the Titans and Storm in Round 9, and it's a Gold Coast winger that presents a tonne of value to punters.

06:40 Last week's results: Hughesy's stunning streak

10:20 Round 9 bets: Can Dragons show fight in local derby?

27:30 Moral of the week: Wahs bounce back to continue cash flow

30:45 Sam's Round 9 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, why Isaako is ripe for picking

Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:04 GMT

With the Dolphins boasting a brilliant Origin bye period schedule, is it time to pick up fallen NRL Supercoach gun Jamayne Isaako?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Sharks circling down Cronulla's edge

Wed, 01 May 2024 05:00:32 GMT

With Nicho Hynes in blistering form Cronulla's right edge has become hot property, with fallen gun Briton Nikora set to return to his best.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 9.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 9, with Daly Cherry-Evans beating a charge meaning big things for popular purchase Reuben Garrick.

00:00 Tough times at the CBA Centre of Excellence

10:40 Team list analysis: Concerns for cheapie Gagai

25:10 Tim's stat deep dive: Mixed feelings around Nikora

41:20 Round 9 trades: Why Dolphins are becoming hot property

55:30 Sit v starts: Can Taylan finally dish up some attack?

58:45 Captaincy plays: Dare we ignore Prince Nicho again?

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#192: SC Playbook, season-defining Fuller decision

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:56:54 GMT

In what looms as a season-defining NRL Supercoach decision, we must decide whether it's worth trading in flying Dolphins fullback Trai Fuller for a proven fullback gun this week?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 9.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with a crop of Raiders cheapies getting dropped, and Haumole Olakau'atu suspended for the Sea Eagles.

00:00 The devastating Nicho effect

04:30 Team lists: Raiders cheapies chopped

13:20 Is Fuller too hard to pass up?

20:50 Rando's stat deep dive: Beware milestone Munster

29:40 Hot topics: Time to cut ties with Terrell?

45:18 Round 9 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

54:50 Questions: Cleary v Hynes this week?

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Weekly wrap: Prince Nicho reigns, wave goodbye to May bros

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:39:33 GMT

After a slow start to the season, Nicho Hynes has returned to NRL Supercoach supremacy, while popular early season buys Terrell and Taylan May have done their dash for owners.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 8 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Why Walsh is the new No.1

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 22:29:17 GMT

Reece Walsh has bottomed out in price, with a soft draw for a rampant Broncos outfit, so is he the man to lead Supercoaches forward this week?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 8, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Full-strength Panthers to bash hapless Cowboys

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:17:03 GMT

Blow out score lines may be the order of NRL's ANZAC Round, headlined by a full-strength Panthers outfit who are set to bash the Cowboys hapless pack.

03:45 Last week's results: Boys seeing green, Hughesy's model dishing the goods

07:15 Round 8 bets: Full-strength Panthers to pile pain on Cowboys

23:45 Moral of the week: ANZAC Day special

25:15 Sam's Round 8 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, why is Lil Papy overlooked?

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:00:45 GMT

Ryan Papenhuyzen hasn't attracted much interest this week, but should he be among the most traded options at fullback to replace the injured Kalyn Ponga?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Fear not, Cleary won't be hamstrung on return

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 01:59:08 GMT

Penrith star Nathan Cleary returns from a lengthy injury lay-off this week, and the stats show that potential buyers shouldn't fear a slow return to NRL Supercoach scoring.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 8.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 8, with the Tigers dishing up a potential FRF weapon.

00:00 Kat reigns supreme

13:00 Team list analysis: Panthers and Broncos stars return to action

31:40 Tim's stat deep dive: Brailey the hooking hero

50:45 Round 8 trades: Who replaces Ponga?

58:50 Sit v starts: Can Strange bounce back without Fogarty?

01:02:30 Captaincy plays: Will Walsh wallop Tigers?

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#191: SC Playbook, who's the No.1 fullback to replace Ponga?

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:53:34 GMT

Owned by more than half of NRL Supercoaches, Kalyn Ponga's long-term injury has blown the fullback slot wide open, so who's the best replacement?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 8.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Nathan Cleary named to return, but is he a must-have despite the recent hamstring injury?

They also discuss in-depth the best fullback replacements for the injured Kalyn Ponga.

00:00 KP play breaks Spy

07:30 Ponga replacements: Is bargain-priced Walsh a slam dunk?

32:00 Team lists: Cleary returns, Fainu answers FRF prayers

41:30 Hot topics: Which Raiders cash cows are holds and sell?

55:55 Spy's players you may have missed: Garrick getting ripe

01:03:20 Round 8 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:08:00 Questions: Cut ties with Robson and Api?

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Weekly wrap: Ponga injury blows fullback slot wide open

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 11:22:47 GMT

Injury may sideline superstar Knight Kalyn Ponga, so which player from a stellar field of fullbacks looms as the best replacement next week?

2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy takes a look back at Round 7 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Te Maire leads trio of Wahs spine buys

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 03:05:20 GMT

With a soft draw incoming, a trio of Warriors stars have rocketed into NRL Supercoach buy contention ahead of Round 7, headlined by playmaker Te Maire Martin.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 7, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Warriors brutal reality check for Red V

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:07:53 GMT

They're playing away from home, but are the New Zealand Warriors preparing to hand the in-form Dragons a harsh reality check in Wollongong?

01:30 Last week's results: Hughesy's near perfect round, Tim's cowardly confession

08:00 Round 7 bets: Point to flow on the Gold Coast

27:45 Moral of the week: In the Wahs we trust

28:30 Sam's Round 7 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, are we sleeping on Gagai?

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:00:46 GMT

Remarkably consistent, with one of the best work-rates in NRL Supercoach, are we sleeping on Dane Gagai with a soft run incoming for the Knights?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Marzhew's switch just ain't right

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:00:40 GMT

Supercoach gun Greg Marzhew returned from injury on the opposite edge for the Knights, and the shift may mean bad news for his point scoring potential.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 7.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 7, with popular FRF cheapies Xavier Willison and Sam Hughes handed boosts.

00:00 Finding form as boys go neck and neck

11:50 Team list analysis: Bulldogs pack a win for Supercoaches

39:50 Tim's stat deep dive: Marzhew's right edge issue

55:45 Round 7 trades and captains: Injury concerns dampens Ponga appeal

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#190: SC Playbook, all aboard the Gus Bus?

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:16:59 GMT

Former NRL Supercoach gun Angus Crichton is returning to his best, so is he a must-have this week with a stack of strong buy candidates?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dezzy Creek, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 7.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Zac Lomax shifted back to centre, and two old cheapies re-emerging, but not where we want them.

They also discuss when the best time is to start putting Origin period bye-planning into weekly trade calculations.

00:00 Rando returns

06:20 When should Origin bye planning come into calculations?

13:40 Is Kayal Iro a must or can he be avoided?

19:25 Team lists: Lomax shifted, Galvin returns

36:05 Rando's Supercoach stats deep dive

42:00 Hot topics: Crichton or Blore?

53:35 Round 7 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:01:15 Questions: Is Tuivasa-Sheck a long-term hold?

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Weekly wrap: Blore headlines 2RF mid-range gold mine

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 12:15:48 GMT

Shawn Blore, Angus Crichton and Kai Pearce-Paul are leading the pack of second-row mid-range options emerging after an enthralling weekend of Supercoach action.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 6 eyeing off all the key NRL Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Cleary injury setback frees cash for flyers

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 02:57:23 GMT

With news of Nathan Cleary's return from injury likely delayed, two star flyers with soft draws have come into calculations with the extra cash to play with.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 6, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Tensions flare as Eels v Cowboys divides panel

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:28:33 GMT

The panel get heated as the Eels v Cowboys clash divides opinion, with hugely contrasting views as to who will take the points in Round 6.

02:00 Last week's results: Sam's bounces back to form

06:50 Round 6 bets: Ominous Storm warning in Melbourne

22:40 Moral of the week: Hughesy's retirement

24:45 Sam's Round 6 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, has Lane Train derailed?

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:00:48 GMT

Shaun Lane is one of the highest owned players to begin the Supercoach season, so after a poor start is it time to sell or is the Eels back-rower worth persisting with?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Lomax's irresistible case to invest

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:00:25 GMT

The Dragons might be struggling, which is what makes Zac Lomax's early season numbers even more remarkable as he pushes his case as an NRL Supercoach buy.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 6.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 6, with Dylan Brown a chance to thrive with his new halves partner.

00:00 Guru's missed opportunity

19:30 Team list analysis: Sharks cheapie lobs, but stay patient

45:55 Tim's stat deep dive: Lomax numbers we can't ignore

57:20 Round 6 captains: Is it Lil Papy time?

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#189: SC Playbook, who's the best fullback partner for Ponga?

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:18:03 GMT

Kalyn Ponga is back to his Supercoach best, but in a blistering field of fullback options, who's the best player to partner the reigning Dally M winner?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dezzy Creek, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL round 6.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with last week's most popular purchase dropped, and fullback Joey Manu becoming even more enticing.

They discuss when the best time is to change trade strategy focus from cash generation to points, and who the best fullback is to partner with the red-hot Kalyn Ponga?

00:00 Cook dropping breaks the Waterboy

07:35 Lowest Supercoach scores of all-time

10:35 When to change from cash to points focus?

18:50 Turbo, Drinky, Walsh, Papy at fullback?

26:50 Team lists: Talagi dropped, Schiller becomes a must-have

39:55 Hot topics: Can Johnson match feats of Hynes/Cleary?

56:50 Round 6 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

01:05:30 Questions: How many boosts is too many?

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Weekly wrap: Black Friday sends Supercoach into meltdown

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 11:16:34 GMT

The Bulldogs win over the Roosters may prove season defining with a host of major Supercoach players impacted by injury, meanwhile the race for fullback supremacy heated up once again.

2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams takes a look back at Round 5 eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Half-Backed podcast: Knights to slay Dragons in the wet

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:52:37 GMT

The Dragons have found some form, the Knights are out of sync, but that's all set to change in forecasted wild conditions in Newcastle,

02:30 Last week's results: Historic week for the podcast

05:40 Round 5 bets: The Charnze effect on Wahs

20:40 Moral of the week: Getting the ball rolling

21:15 Sam's Round 5 tips

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Listener Q+A: Wet weather drowns Supercoach plans

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 23:13:18 GMT

With heavy rainfall forecast to impact a number of NRL fixtures this week, Supercoaches need to rethink their strategies in a number of different ways.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 5, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, time for Harry Grant?

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:00:27 GMT

With popular hookers peaking in price, and Harry Grant dropping in value, is it time to pick up the best No.9 in NRL Supercoach?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Turbo, Burbo troubles plaguing Supercoaches

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:00:03 GMT

Stars of the early NRL Supercoach season, is it time to part ways with Tom and Ben Trbojevic with Manly slipping out of form?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 5.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 5, with former NRL Supercoach gun Angus Crichton catching the eye after being named to start for the Roosters.

00:00 About Even league heating up

14:00 Team list analysis: Crichton hits the radar

27:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Olam issues, Isaako won't quit

33:40 Round 5 trades and captains: Boys eye wild boosts

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#188: SC Playbook, sell May at your own peril

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:57:32 GMT

Underperforming Penrith centre Taylan May is the most traded out player in NRL Supercoach this week, but is it really a smart move?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck for NRL Supercoach round 5.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with the Bulldogs giving Supercoaches two gifts, including a big minute role for Josh Curran.

They also reveal their short and long-term plans moving forward with the troublesome FRF position.

00:30 Appreciating good fortune

12:45 How we are managing FRF wasteland

20:30 Team lists: Charnze return creates Wahs domino effect

30:10 Hot topics: Concerns with selling May

48:20 Round 5 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

59:50 Questions: Is Brooks a sell?

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Weekly wrap: Ponga sinks sad sellers in NZ

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 08:55:59 GMT

After being sold by the masses, Newcastle Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga went big in New Zealand to hurt his doubters on the Easter Weekend of NRL action.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 4 eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Why you can wait on Val Holmes

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 02:02:07 GMT

Valentine Holmes is hot property for NRL Supercoaches ahead of the Easter weekend, but with so many pressing trades can it wait another week?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 4, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Latrell doubters to pay in Easter miracle

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:14:19 GMT

After a week of heavy criticism, South Sydney and Latrell Mitchell will come out and put on a show against the Bulldogs according to the panel.

04:20 Last week's results: Jimmy seeing green

08:30 Round 4 bets: Why are Raiders roughies?

22:30 Moral of the week: Country kids left disappointed

24:40 Sam's Round 4 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, chasing Dom Young's points

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:00:29 GMT

Roosters recruit Dom Young went huge last week, so is he a must-have or is it a case of chasing last week's points?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Sky's the limit for RTS at fullback

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:00:08 GMT

New Zealand Warriors star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck shifts to fullback this week, how big can the Kiwi gun go in the No.1 role?

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 4.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 4, with injuries opening the door for plenty of Supercoach opportunties.

00:00 Guru on cloud nine

04:20 Team list analysis: Another tick for Terrell

28:20 Supercoach opportunities emerge from injury crisis

40:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Brown without Moses

52:00 Round 4 trades and captains: Kat goes rogue

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#187: SC Playbook, an injury crisis for the ages

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:58:29 GMT

Nathan Cleary headlines a devastating list of injuries to popular NRL Supercoach players, so who is the best replacement for the champion Penrith halfback?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL Supercoach round 4.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with injuries decimating Supercoach squads at a rate we may never before have witnessed this early in the season.

They also debate their top four CTW targets they're looking to get into their squad, with Val Holmes a high priority across the board.

00:00 A moment for the fallen Supercoach guns

08:50 Nathan Cleary's replacements

24:50 CTW priorities - Ranking our top four targets

36:12 Team lists: Why Pearce-Paul can wait a week

48:35 Hot topics: Is Levi/Lussick to Koroisau worth it?

1:04:30 Round 4 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

1:09:23 Questions: Is Taylan May a sell?

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Weekly wrap: Api handed keys to Tigers kingdom

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 10:28:17 GMT

With Benji Marshall handing Api Koroisau the keys to the Tigers attack in 2024, can he propel himself into the elite tier of NRL Supercoach hookers?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 3 eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Can rejuvenated Brooks become a keeper?

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 01:05:11 GMT

Luke Brooks is thriving in life at Brookvale, so can he become an NRL Supercoach keeper at five-eighth this season?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 3, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Eels v Eagles divides value seekers

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 23:58:44 GMT

They're on different ends of the result, but the boys have found value in the Sea Eagles v Eels clash, so will the former NRL player, data analyst or journalist land the bragging rights (and cash)?

05:00 Last week's results: Sam perfect round

09:50 Round 3 bets: Sharks circle at Leichhardt

26:15 Moral of the week: Can hot streak continue?

28:30 Sam's Round 3 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, Lil Papy or Lil Trappy?

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 09:00:33 GMT

Back to his best after a masterful display against the Warriors, is Ryan Papenhuyzen a buy or avoid ahead of NRL Supercoach Round 3?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Prince Nicho dethroned for Tigers frenzy

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:00:42 GMT

Despite a dream match-up against the Tigers, the boys are split on whether or not Nicho Hynes should be on the chopping block after a poor start to the Supercoach season.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 3.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 3, with one of Guru's beloved forwards given the axe by an impatient coach.

00:00 Kat's rise to glory

07:50 Team list analysis: Wong gets chopped, Pearce-Paul caution

23:17 Tim's stat deep dive: Issue with beastly Cowboys cheapie

37:00 Cheapie breakdown: Best cash cows to trade in

49:08 Round 3 trades and captains: Can Turbo bounce back?

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#186: SC Playbook, failing guns face the axe

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:35:41 GMT

Kalyn Ponga is this week's most traded out player after a poor start to 2024, but is it really the wisest move?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for NRL Supercoach round 3.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Joey Lussick's stocks sky-rocketing and Zac Hosking's taking a dive.

They also debate whether any of the underperforming guns should be axed, including Nicho Hynes and Harry Grant.

00:00 Rando's debut

08:53 Is it the perfect round for a boost?

14:33 Which top dollar guns are on the chopping block?

27:50 Team lists: Is Hosking still a buy on the bench?

46:20 Rando's eye catching stats: Give Hutcho another chance

51:25 Hot topics: Is Levi to Lussick really worth it?

1:03:08 Round 3 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains

1:07:50 Questions: Is King Kiraz a sell?

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Weekly wrap: Cut ties or stick strong with Ponga?

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:50:48 GMT

Seemingly a must-have to start the season, Kalyn Ponga has produced poor scores in the opening rounds, so do we stick strong or sell off before he plummets cash?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 2 eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Patience the key to solving FRF crisis

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 03:21:38 GMT

Front-row forward is giving NRL Supercoaches enormous headaches to start the season, so much so that a lack of patience could lead to season-defining consequences.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 2, while also providing his latest trades, captaincy and sit v start plans for the upcoming weekend.

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Half-Backed podcast: Why are the Warriors long-shots?

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 01:03:55 GMT

Despite a narrow round one loss, bookies have the New Zealand Warriors at long odds to upset the Melbourne Storm, but the boys think otherwise.

03:13 Last week's results

06:43 Round 2 bets: Warriors to put NRL on notice

24:50 Moral of the week: Jimmy in the hot seat, boys aren't convinced

28:54 Sam's Round 2 tips

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, Talau a trap or treasure?

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:00:51 GMT

Tommy Talau has landed in prime real estate on the right wing for Manly, do we ignore the red flags and lock him in at the bargain price?

In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Trading to the Lomax

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:41 GMT

Dragons winger Zac Lomax burst onto the NRL Supercoach trade target list with a stunning performance in the season opener, while a pair of teammates loom as serious traps despite their popularity.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 2.

The boys analyse the team lists for round 2, with cheapies emerging, Kai Pearce-Paul turning heads and Zac Lomax bursting onto the buy radar.

00:00 Round 1 nightmares

06:00 Team list analysis: Go early on Duncan? Hold or sell Piakura?

30:20 Tim's stat deep dive: RTS and May in beast mode, Penrith cheapie

44:08 Round 1 trades and captains: Ponga v Turbo as skipper?

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#185: SC Playbook, is the cheapie crisis over?

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:52:09 GMT

After one of the most brutal opening rounds in recent memory, the NRL Supercoach Gods may have delivered a number of surprise cheapies on our doorstep with Round 2 team lists.

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, Bulldogs Chairman Adam Driussi, 2021's sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy, and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the NRL Supercoach 2024 season opening round.

The crew assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Benji Marshall delivering two cheapies for the Tigers, and a golden winger landing at Manly.

They also break down the brutal front-row forward issues following round 1 of the NRL Supercoach season.

00:00 Clem returns for 2024

10:48 Cheapies emerge: Who's the best option?

15:50 Strategy for trade boosts

20:05 Front-row plans: Is Terrell May a must?

29:39 Team lists: Tigers cheapies, Pearce-Paul the trap

59:45 Sit v start: Who we are playing and sitting in our 17s

1:03:08 Round 2 NRL Supercoach trade plans

1:05:34 Captaincy picks: Cheeky Hynes trick play looms

1:07:50 Questions: Is Salmon a sell?

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Weekly wrap: Superstar halves flop, where to now?

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 09:16:34 GMT

With the masses flocking to Nicho Hynes and Nathan Cleary at halfback, for diabolical results, do we stick strong or look for value elsewhere?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at Round 1 eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers from the weekend action.

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Listener Q+A: Team lists set traps for desperate Supercoaches

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 02:56:10 GMT

With a few major positional struggles this season, Supercoaches must be wary after team list Tuesday dangled a few carrots that are bound to be traps to begin the year.

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach 2024, also providing some insights into his starting squad heading into NRL Round 1.

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Half-Backed podcast: Feeling Luki at Suncorp

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 23:27:43 GMT

It's a Queensland derby at Suncorp Stadium to open the Dolphins and Cowboys season, on a fast dry track there's value in tries to flow in Brisbane.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:

02:10 Last week's results

06:33 Round 1 bets: The Dallin special

16:33 Moral of the week: Sam's not happy...

22:05 Sam's Round 1 tips: Can Storm maintain freakish record?

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, is Penisini the ultimate POD play?

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:00:29 GMT

With Parramatta impressing in their latest trial clash, is Will Penisini the centre option we're all overlooking to start the NRL Supercoach season?

In the second edition of The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: Finding the gold in Cowboys pack

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 04:00:38 GMT

With teams dropping for NRL round 1, front-row is proving a minefield for Supercoaches to navigate, but the boys think the answer might sit in the forward pack of the North Queensland Cowboys.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams for round 1.

The boys analyse the team lists for part two of the split first round, discussing a miserable hooking position, and reflecting on the eye catchers from the Vegas clashes.

00:00 Guru returns from Vegas a broken man

06:35 Vegas recap: Mixed bag for Roosters pack, Manu goes bang

27:05 Team list analysis: Is Lane a potential trap?

01:10:10 Round 1 captains: Is it Ponga or bust?

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#184: SC Playbook, hookers headline team list mayhem

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 09:53:32 GMT

It's the biggest week of the year for NRL Supercoaches with team lists dropping, with major concerns looming over a lack of quality cheapies and a diabolical hooking position.

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, Bulldogs Chairman Adam Driussi, the SC Spy, and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the NRL Supercoach 2024 season opening round.

The boys assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with Parramatta's double hookers a major concern and Melbourne handing us some cheapie gold.

They also recap the first two games in Vegas, discussing whether Terrell May is a must-have, and which fullback is the highest priority.

00:00 Adz Driussi appointed as Bulldogs Chairman

11:23 Vegas recap: Ominous Trbojevic signs, is Teddy back?

39:20 Team lists: Eels drama, Bellamy's back-row gift

01:23:25 Sit v start: Who we are playing and sitting in our 17s

01:29:23 Captaincy picks: Is Ponga the main man?

01:31:17 Listener questions: Is Crossland a smokey hooker saviour?

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Weekly wrap: Fullbacks fire in Vegas, so who's the No.1?

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 09:10:53 GMT

Tom Trbojevic, Latrell Mitchell, James Tedesco and Reece Walsh all started their seasons with a bang in Vegas, creating early headaches as to who the best combination will be early this season.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at the Vegas NRL action, eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers to help finalise round 1 teams.

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Listener Q+A: Tim's team dilemmas, ranking the 2RFs

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 02:27:56 GMT

NRL Supercoaches are blessed with mid-range second-row options to start the season, so which players rank as the priority buys in such a stacked position?

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Half-Backed podcast: Johnston to bolt in as NRL's top try-scorer

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:18:05 GMT

The arrival of Jack Wighton at South Sydney is set to see Alex Johnston erupt in 2024, with the prolific try-scorer to hit new heights for the Rabbitohs.

The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:

*NRL futures bets: Why there's still value in Penrith, try-scorer Hail Mary

*NRL plays: Manly's edges to party in Vegas

*Moral tip: Building a bank for country footy

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The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, who will be this year's Hopgood?

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:00:17 GMT

J'maine Hopgood produced one of the greatest NRL Supercoach cheapie seasons of all-time last year, who is best placed to replicate his heroics in 2024?

In the first ever edition of The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners.

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Beers & Breakevens: RTS backflip, rogue hooking plan

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 04:00:33 GMT

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is back in the NRL, and back in the minds of Supercoaches after two blistering trial performances for the Warriors.

Ahead of NRL Round 0 in Vegas, we discuss the Supercoach winners and losers from trials, including Scott Drinkwater's growing appeal, a backflip on Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and a left-field plan at hooker that's divided the boys.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams.

01:50 Major prize announcement

11:10 NRL trial winners and losers

52:20 Guru's rogue hooking plan

01:00:50 Drinky and RTS backflips

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#183: SC Playbook, cheapie special, is Burbo laying a trap?

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:59:48 GMT

With teams for the Vegas games dropping, two weekends of major NRL trials finished, it's time to dive into the all-important Supercoach cheapie analysis for 2024.

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the NRL Supercoach 2024 Vegas round 1 show.

The boys assess the winners and losers from NRL team lists, with question marks around popular mid-range forwards Jai Arrow and Terrell May.

They also do a deep dive into the entire crop of cheapies to start the year, and analyse the NRL draw to determine the clubs with the softest and hardest starts to the season.

05:00 How does Supercoach work with split round?

07:05 Team lists: Bunnies, Roosters packs raise questions

29:08 Cheapie analysis: Best bargain buys to start the season

50:10 Draw analysis: Phins up, Storm's dark opening

1:03:40 NRL trial takes: Luki shines for Cowboys

01:10:57 Listener questions: Is Kiraz's injury a concern?

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Weekly wrap: Brilliant Drinkwater enters the fullback race

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 09:41:04 GMT

Scott Drinkwater put on a stunning performance in the Cowboys trial to enter the NRL Supercoach fullback discussion ahead of the 2024 NRL season.

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at the second weekend of the NRL Pre-season Challenge, eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the new season.

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Cricketer's Playbook: Jaiswal's greateness, is Smith's T20I future finished?

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 02:52:51 GMT

Is Steve Smith's future in the Australian team finished, and how great can India's Jaiswal become following back-to-back Test double centuries?

In SC Playbook's newest podcast, founder Tim Williams is joined by Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Canberra Comets nuffie Hammy Goodman to take a look at the major talking points from the week in cricket.

They also wrap up the week in international cricket, naming their World XI team judged by individual performance, and voting on the 3-2-1 for our Hall of Nations leaderboard, with controversial Englishman Ben Duckett in the frame for the Poms.

*The verdict: Is Smith's time up in the Aussie T20 team?

*Australia v New Zealand Test preview: Can Black Caps break drought?

*Bazball goes to dust in India, Duckett's bizarre comments

*Why Jaiswal destined for greatness

*World Team of the Week: Indian stars firing

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Supercoach Draft special: Overall rankings order, sleepers

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 04:58:17 GMT

In part two of SC Playbook's special edition NRL Supercoach Draft show, our team of specialists turn their attention to another format of the great game.

In this week's episode, we provide our overall rankings to help guide you through Draft day.

We also complete our positional specific rankings, getting through 2RF, 5/8, CTW and Fullback.

We take a look at the sleepers you can grab late in the Draft, and review Steve's Draft day featuring fierce rival The Rugby League Guru.

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Listener Q+A: King Kiraz to reign supreme ft Australian captain Maty Ryan

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 22:37:15 GMT

With one of the most Supercoach friendly games in the NRL, can a fully fit Jacob Kiraz enter the elite CTW tier in 2024?

In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by Australian captain and Supercoach fanatic Maty Ryan to give their thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach 2024, also providing some insights into their starting squads and what they're looking out for during the trial period.

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Beers & Breakevens: 2RF-FRF analysis, why Haas isn't worth the cash

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 04:00:00 GMT

Broncos enforcer Payne Haas is one of the highest owned players in NRL Supercoach, but there's a very strong case to suggest he isn't worth the cash.

In our final positional analysis of the pre-season, we discuss the 2RF and FRF spots for NRL Supercoach 2024, debating every major option, including the case for going cheap across both positions.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams.

03:50 Front-row strategy: Why starting cheap could be the ploy

08:10 FRF analysis: Is Arrow the mid-ranger we're seeking?

39:10 2RF analysis: Why is Shaun Lane only 37% owned?

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#182: SC Playbook, Spy reveals his true identity

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 08:53:45 GMT

After years of mystery, the Spy finally reveals his true identity.

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the fifth show of the NRL Supercoach 2024 pre-season.

The boys assess the winners and losers from NRL trials team lists, with key cheapies being scratched as round 1 Supercoach buys.

The boys also find some stats to suggest Tom Trbojevic's record breaking 2021 Supercoach season may not be a one-off.

00:00 Dezzy's miracle escape

04:05 Spy's identity revealed

11:40 Why Trbojevic can repeat record season

22:44NRL team list pointers: Eels hooking dilemma

36:05 NRL trial takes: Api kicks into hooking contention

59:06 Five-eighth analysis: Campbell injury leaves 5/8 short

01:07:34 Listener questions: Is Arrow the FRF answer?

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Weekly wrap: Api kicks into NRL Supercoach contention

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 09:18:51 GMT

Api Koroisau took over the goal-kicking duties for the Wests Tigers during the NRL Pre-season Challenge, so could he be the best value pick at hooker to start the NRL Supercoach season?

2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, takes a look back at the first weekend of the NRL Pre-season Challenge, eyeing off all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the new season.

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Supercoach Draft special: Basics, strategy, positional rankings

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:45:13 GMT

In the first ever SC Playbook NRL Supercoach Draft show, our team of specialists turn their attention to another format of the great game.

We explain how to play NRL Supercoach Draft, touching on all the vital aspects to prepare for your Draft day.

For the more experienced players, we also look into the strategic side of the game, such as planning a long way out for finals, eyeing the clubs with the toughest and easiest draws.

We also begin our positional rankings, listing in order the priority picks in the hooker, second-row, front-row and halfback positions.

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Listener Q+A: Jayden Campbell injured, where to now?

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 01:04:32 GMT

With Jayden Campbell set to miss the open month of the NRL season, Supercoaches are scrambling to find the solution at five-eighth, so who's the best replacement?

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Beers & Breakevens: HFB-5/8 analysis, case to avoid Cleary

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 04:00:22 GMT

Nathan Cleary and Nicho Hynes are the hugely popular halfback combo to begin the new NRL Supercoach season, so can we make a case to start without either?

In our fourth positional analysis of the year, we discuss the halfback and five-eighth spots for NRL Supercoach 2024, debating every major option, including the alternatives to that popular duo at no.7, and whether Dylan Brown is worth the investment at five-eighth.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams.

*The case against Cleary and Hynes

*Halfback analysis: Moses the sleeper?

*Five-eighth analysis: Why is Munster just 7% ownership?

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#181: SC Playbook, Lil Pap or big trap ft Tom Sangster

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:45:15 GMT

Is Ryan Papenhuyzen too hard to resist to start the season at a discount rate, or are NRL Supercoaches living in the past with Lil Papy to start the new season?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, Supercoach Godfather Tom Sangster and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the fourth show of the NRL Supercoach 2024 pre-season.

The boys assess the winners and losers from NRL trials team lists, with Drew Hutchinson storming into contention as a round 1 Supercoach buy.

They finish their club previews for the pre-season, with the Eels, Storm, Roosters, Warriors and Tigers.

Tommy Sangster also gets a grilling on what's happening in the world of Supercoach for the new season.

00:00 Sangster's on deck

05:20 Team list Tuesday: Hutcho's win, Duncan's loss

18:25 Update from Supercoach HQ

26:40 Eels preview: Lock in Brown at 5/8?

37:15 Storm preview: Is Grant worth the cash?

48:33 Warriors preview: What will RTS produce on return?

54:30 Roosters preview: Can Cheese finally fire for Chooks?

01:01:35 Tigers preview: Can we start a player despite the early bye?

01:05:20 Listener questions: Are we really considering Ben Trbojevic again?

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Cricketer's Playbook: Is Fraser-McGurk white ball destined, or Test cricket capable?

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 19:01:10 GMT

Jake Fraser-McGurk is an Australian cricket revelation, but is his future destined for white ball cricket, or can he transition to Test cricket in the future?

They also wrap up the week in international cricket, naming their World XI team judged by individual performance, and voting on the 3-2-1 for our Hall of Nations leaderboard, with Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka at the forefront following a stunning ODI double century.

*Australia v West Indies recap: Is Fraser-McGurk white ball destined or Test capable?

*The Verdict: Has the door closed on Maxwell's Test career?

*Out or not out? Dissecting week of bizarre umpiring dismissals

*U19s World Cup: Next gen standouts as Aussie's claim title

*World Team of the Week: Can England maintain their lead?

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Listener Q+A: Five-eighth headaches plague Supercoaches

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 01:27:20 GMT

Proving a hard position to fill, do we bite the bullet and pay up for a proven gun at five-eighth, or gamble on finding value elsewhere to start the NRL Supercoach season?

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Beers & Breakevens: CTW analysis, which top dollar flyer sits above all?

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 04:00:08 GMT

Paying top dollar for Greg Marzhew at CTW goes against almost every guideline when starting a new NRL Supercoach season, but is the rampaging Knights winger too hard to ignore?

In our third positional analysis of the year, we discuss the centre-wing spot for NRL Supercoach 2024, debating every major option, including which top priced gun is actually worth splashing the cash for.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams.

*Assessing the pick of the crop

*Mid-ranger to lock in without hesitation

*Which cheapies are cemented into round 1 teams?

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#180: SC Playbook, is Marshall-King the no.1 hooking pick?

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:34:18 GMT

Could Jeremy Marshall-King surpass Harry Grant as the best hooker in Supercoach, and is he the best option to start the season with at No.9?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, Bulldogs director and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the third show of the NRL Supercoach 2024 pre-season.

The boys reveal their team structure for round 1 of the NRL Supercoach 2024 season, including where they're spending big and where they're pinching pennies.

They also continue their club previews, with the Dolphins, Panthers, Cowboys and Bulldogs.

00:00 Adz returns for 2024

04:55 How we're structuring our squads

16:25 Bulldogs preview: Can King Kiraz do it again?

30:00 Dolphins preview: Marshall-King v Grant?

48:20 Panthers preview: Can you start without Cleary?

56:30 Cowboys preview: Drinkwater the forgotten fullback

01:08:00 Listener questions: Adz pours cold water on Vegas concerns

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Cricketer's Playbook: Has Windies boilover exposed Aussie weaknesses?

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 04:00:54 GMT

Despite carrying the bat for Australia, should Steve Smith have farmed more strike in the dying stages in Brisbane, and is the West Indies revival a reality or simply a pipe dream?

They also wrap up the week in international cricket, naming their World XI team judged by individual performance, and voting on the 3-2-1 for our Hall of Nations leaderboard, with Ollie Pope put England firmly in the frame for the top spot.

*The Verdict: Should Smith have farmed more strike?

*Early takes on Smith opening experiment

*Who's under pressure heading into Kiwi Test series?

*How exactly did West Indies produce miracle victory?

*Windies cricket revival a reality or pipe dream?

*England upset India, Foakes 'spirit of cricket' moment

*World Team of the Week

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Beers & Breakevens: Fullback analysis, separating elite No.1 class

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 04:00:31 GMT

In our second positional analysis of the year, we discuss the fullback spot for NRL Supercoach 2024, debating the elite class of options including Tom Trbojevic, Kalyn Ponga, Reece Walsh and the bargain priced Ryan Papenhuyzen.

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams.

*Structuring your No.1 slot

*Is Ponga a must-have?

*Do we overlook tough draw for freak Walsh?

*Is Papenhuyzen worth the risk on injury return?

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#179: SC Playbook, Turbo's freak ability clouded by injury history

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 08:15:09 GMT

With a concerning injury history in recent years many are scared off Tom Trbojevic, but is it clouding just how much of a Supercoach star the Sea Eagles fullback really is?

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the second show of the NRL Supercoach 2024 pre-season.

*Our locked in players for round 1

*Early cheapie insights

*Knights preview: KP or bust?

*Titans preview: Lock in little Presto?

*Anti-POD play: Red flags around Grant and Papy

*Sea Eagles preview: Does injury scare us off Trbojevic?

*Dragons preview: Lomax's enticing fullback switch

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Beers & Breakevens: Hooker analysis, is it Grant or bust?

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 04:00:16 GMT

In our first positional analysis of the year, we discuss the hooking spot for NRL Supercoach 2024, debating whether Harry Grant is a must-have or if it's worth finding value elsewhere?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams.*Structuring your No.9 slot*Grant or bust?*Can Marshall-King hit elite tier?*Where does the best value play sit?

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#178: SC Playbook, can you risk starting without Prince Nicho?

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 09:10:18 GMT

Nicho Hynes starts the year at almost one million dollars as the most expensive player in the game, can you risk starting the NRL Supercoach season without him? In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck for the first show of the NRL Supercoach 2024 pre-season.

*SC Playbook returns for 2024

*What we learned from last season

*Broncos preview: Is Haas worth the cash?

*Raiders preview: Cheapies galore in the Capital

*Super POD play for round 1

*Rabbitohs preview: Latrell the left-field fullback play

*Sharks preview: Is Prince Nicho really worth almost a million?

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Beers & Breakevens: Boys are back for NRL Supercoach 2024

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 04:00:15 GMT

Tim and Ru are back on deck for 2024 live from the CBA Centre of Excellence, getting into their pre-season NRL Supercoach analysis, starting with their first picked player for Round 1.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams.*What we learned last Supercoach season*New approaches to 2024 season*Players to catch our eye: Is Ponga worth the cash? Is Kikau cheap for good reason?

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#177: Dual champion's lessons from Supercoach BBL13

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 02:20:05 GMT

The final round of the Supercoach Big Bash season is upon us, giving the defending champion a chance to reflect on what he's taken from this year's tournament.BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams and dual defending winner Andrew Langley discuss Round 9 of Supercoach BBL.*Andrew's lessons learned from Supercoach BBL13*Dissecting Andrew's most pivotal moments of the season*Thunder deep dive: Is Warner worth the gamble?*Round 9 trade and skipper plans

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Cricketer's Playbook: Is Steve Smith opening the best call for Australia?

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 04:19:45 GMT

Did Australia make the right decision to promote veteran Steve Smith up the batting order, or is it a short-sighted fix that's destined for future failure?In SC Playbook's newest podcast, founder Tim Williams is joined by Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Canberra Comets nuffie Hammy Goodman to take a look at the major talking points from the week in cricket.Former New Zealand Test cricket and commentator Simon Doull also makes a cameo to analyse the recent IPL auction.They also wrap up the week in international cricket, naming their World XI team judged by individual performance, and voting on the 3-2-1 for our Hall of Nations leaderboard, with Aiden Markram giving the Proteas a leg up.- Was Bancroft dudded with Smith promotion?- West Indies series preview: Players to watch - Is BBL integrity hurt by departing stars for finals?- Impact of South Africa's lacklustre Test squad for NZ series- Warner's chopper ride, thumbs up or thumbs down?- Ex-Kiwi Test star Simon Doull on whether Cummins was worth more than Starc at IPL auction- World XI Team of the Week

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Listener Q+A: Curran's pain is Edwards' gain

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:27:39 GMT

Tom Curran's absence for the remainder of the Big Bash will shake-up the Sydney Sixers line-up, with allrounder Jack Edwards set to benefit for the remaining rounds of Supercoach BBL.In our question and answer podcast, former Sydney Sixers media manager and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into BBL Supercoach Round 8, touching on his final trades, captains and plenty more.

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#176: Curran to soar, Sutherland's Supercoach revival

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:02:40 GMT

The penultimate round of the Supercoach season delivers no teams on doubles or byes, meaning it's time to set sights on the single game week stars to help deliver BBL13 glory.BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden discuss Round 8 of Supercoach BBL.*Thunder deep dive: Bancroft Test snub a win for Supercoach*Single game week targets: Hosein's timely Gades' arrival*Round 8 trade and skipper plans

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#175: Munro v McSweeney as Supercoach BBL Heats up

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 09:44:06 GMT

With three teams on the triple game round, and plenty of flat batting decks ahead, which Big Bash ball strikers should we invest in?BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, dual defending champion Andrew Langley and the SC Spy discuss Round 7 of Supercoach BBL13.*Champion's approach: Dual winner's run home tactics*Hurricanes deep dive: Is Wade worth the gamble?*Heat deep dive: Munro v McSweeney*Scorchers deep dive: Is it too late to add another Perth gun?*Round 7 trade and skipper plans*Listener questions: Who's your uber POD for the run home?

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Listener Q+A: Risk v reward of avoiding Hardie

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:32:44 GMT

You can make a case for almost the entire playing XI at the Perth Scorchers for their upcoming double-double game rounds, so who are the priority buys?In our question and answer podcast, BBL11 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into BBL Supercoach Round 6, touching on his final trades, captains and plenty more.

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#174: Avoid Webster, priority Scorchers? Double ep, round 5 & 6

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:38:45 GMT

Is Beau Webster worth the cash after a 0 point score and which Scorchers players are worth loading up on ahead of a dream Supercoach Big Bash draw?BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, former champion Thommo Aitken and 14th placed finisher Michael Fisher discuss Round 5 and 6 of Supercoach BBL13.*Stars deep dive: Buy or avoid Webster?*Scorchers deep dive: Ranking the bowling contingent*Strikers deep dive: Is Short really worth $300k?*Round 5 and 6 trade and skipper plans*Listener questions: What's wrong with Neser?

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#173: Which Englishmen is the priority trade target?

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:42:02 GMT

Two Englishmen have set the Big Bash alive so far, so which player is the priority trade target out of Jamie Overton and Tall Paul Walter?BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy to discuss Round 4 of Supercoach BBL13.*Draw analysis: Caution on selling Scorchers*Thunder deep dive - Is Sams back to being a must-have?*Pom special: Overton or Walter the priority?*Round 4 trade and skipper plans*Listener questions: How many Thunder bats are too many?

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Listener Q+A: Which keeper, Clarke, de Kock or Harper?

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 00:12:19 GMT

With the Stars and Renegades on the Supercoach round 3 double, do we load up on the Melbourne contingent, or plan ahead with some Sydney Thunder talent?In our question and answer podcast, BBL11 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into BBL Supercoach Round 3, touching on his final trades, captains and plenty more.

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#172: Do we cash out superstar Short on his bye?

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 09:27:29 GMT

Matt Short is the best player in Supercoach as it stands, but at a huge price on the Supercoach bye in round 3, do we hold or sell the Strikers all-rounder?BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by dual reigning champion Andrew Langley and BBL09 winner Thommo Aitken to discuss Round 3 of Supercoach BBL13.*What champ’s have altered about their Supercoach approach so far*Renegades deep dive - Pay up for de Kock?*Stars deep dive - What’s doing with Big Stoin?*Round 3 trade and skipper plans*Listener questions: Hold or sell Matt Short at huge

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Cricketer's Playbook: Next in line for Warner's throne?

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 04:43:46 GMT

Who replaces David Warner for Australia? Big Aussie pay day at the IPL auction. Is there a wicket-keeper putting pressure on Alex Carey?In SC Playbook's newest podcast, founder Tim Williams is joined by Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Canberra Comets nuffie Hammy Goodman to take a look at the major talking points from the week in cricket.They also wrap up the week in international cricket, naming their World XI team judged by individual performance, and voting on the 3-2-1 for our Hall of Nations leaderboard, with Phil Salt's back-to-back T20 tonnes putting the English right in the mix.- Cricketer's Playbook introduction- Who replaces Warner? Bancroft, Renshaw, or a left-field option?- Is Carey's spot under threat? If so, who's next in line?- IPL auction: Which Aussies were dudded?- Boxing Day Test preview: Can Pakistan produce a miracle?- Cricket ethics test with bizarre grade outcome- World XI Team of the Week

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Listener Q+A: Strikers best XI leaves Supercoaches tangled

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 02:54:23 GMT

Is Matty Short an absolute must at $244k, and which bowlers are most likely to figure in both games of the Adelaide Strikers double game round?In our question and answer podcast, BBL11 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into BBL Supercoach Round 2, touching on his final trades, captains and plenty more.

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#171: Short stack, chasing early cash

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 02:18:38 GMT

With question marks over the line-up of the Adelaide Strikers for the round 2 double, who can we safely lock into our Supercoach squads?BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by former 14th placed finisher Michael Fisher to discuss Round 2 of Supercoach BBL13.*Round 1 learnings - Sutherland's key role, Swepson to bank cash*Strikers deep dive - Can Lynn replicate Munro heroics?*Super POD - Sub 5% ownership pick*Round 2 trade and skipper plans*Listener questions: Dare we anti-POD Matt Short?

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Listener Q+A: Are we walking into a Heat trap?

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 01:35:43 GMT

With uncertainty around the roster and rain likely to impact a key fixture, do we need to rethink how many Brisbane Heat players we start with this Supercoach BBL season?In our question and answer podcast, BBL11 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into BBL Supercoach Round 1, touching on his final team plans, captains and plenty more.

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#170: Final team reveals, brutal captaincy debate

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 04:32:56 GMT

We've arrived at Supercoach BBL Round 1, and with five teams starting on the double game and the unpredictable Heat on the triple, it may be the hardest week for captaincy selection we'll face this season.BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden to discuss Round 1 of Supercoach BBL13.*Updated team news ahead of opening round*Team reveals + full selection analysis*Expert's voice: Tim's BBL13 predictions*Round 1 captaincy debate*Listener questions: Is Connolly now a trap? Rogers the POD?

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#169: Dual champion's team reveal, Heat & Strikers previews

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:01:36 GMT

The dual Supercoach Big Bash champion is on deck for a full team reveal, delving into why he's selected each player to begin the new season.BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by reigning champion Andrew Langley and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden to discuss Supercoach BBL13.*Andrew's team reveal + full selection analysis*Expert's voice: Maxy's BBL13 predictions*Brisbane Heat preview: Is triple game week a trap?*Adelaide Strikers preview: Can you start with Matty Short?

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#168: Cheapies special, Stars & Thunder previews

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 22:38:58 GMT

The all-important cheapies have been ranked for the new Supercoach season, with an Adelaide Striker coming from the clouds to top the list of Round 1 bargain buys.BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and the SC Spy to discuss Supercoach BBL13.*Has shorter season impacted approach to team pick?*Cheapie deep dive: Bargain buys to target and avoid*Melbourne Stars preview: Can Big Stoin bounce back?*Sydney Thunder preview: Who's starting with Tanveer?*Listener questions: Clarke or de Kock?

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#167: Player availability, Renegades/Hurricanes previews

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 23:06:58 GMT

The dream draw, a stacked roster, Supercoach guns galore, who are the priority recruits from the Renegades who start the season as the most in-demand outfit?BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by SC Playbook's newest contributor, dual defending champion Andrew Langley and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden to discuss Supercoach BBL13.*International availability: Player movements*Melbourne Renegades preview: Start or avoid de Kock?*Hobart Hurricanes preview: McDermott too cheap to pass up?*Expert's voice: Andrew's big predictions for BBL13

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Episode 166: Fixture analysis, Scorchers/Sixers previews

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Despite injury and resting concerns, do we pay the big bucks for Jhye Richardson and is the rollercoaster Josh Philippe worth the gamble early on in the Supercoach Big Bash season?Supercoach experts Max Bryden and the SC Spy reveal the teams to target and avoid early on in BBL13 based on fixtures, and begin our team previews, starting with the Scorchers and Sixers.*Fixture analysis: Teams to load up on early*Sydney Sixers preview: Will Kerr even get named?*Perth Scorcher preview: Can Hardie do it all again?*Expert's voice: Spy's big predictions for BBL13

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Episode 165: Defending champion's tips for BBL Supercoach glory

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:00:14 GMT

To find out what it takes to win Supercoach Big Bash, twice, we get inside the mind of the only man to achieve the rare feat.BBL11's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams is joined by SC Playbook's newest contributor, dual defending champion Andrew Langley, who reveals his strategies for claiming overall glory.*What's in store for SC Playbook this summer?*Becoming the first person to claim repeat Supercoach titles*Strategy for success: All in on double game weeks, playing the draw, wicket-keeper heavy roster

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The Half-Backed podcast: Three-peat incoming for perfect Panthers

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 01:20:02 GMT

It's NRL grand final week, and the boys are unanimous that the Penrith Panthers will create history on Sunday, so much so that there's value to be found in the decider against the Brisbane Broncos.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Sam's NRL grand final preview- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Clive Churchill medal tips- Punters head-to-head

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The Half-Backed podcast: Why Warriors are worth a start

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 20:00:03 GMT

Punters think the Panthers and Broncos are set for a grand final showdown, but the panel believe it may not be one-way traffic at Suncorp Stadium in week three of the NRL finals.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's NRL finals week three tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: The Roast of Ryan's team

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:00:03 GMT

Brought down by a late season Luai Hail Mary, along with a King Gutho masterstroke.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the Rugby League Guru and Supercoach 365's Ryan Selvage together to hammer Phins & Tins - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Cashing in on Storm and Wahs

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 01:57:20 GMT

The panel are unanimous on the Warriors and Storm progressing to the grand final qualifiers, and they're confident there's punting value littered throughout both games.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's NRL finals week two tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: The Roast of Guru's team

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 08:00:18 GMT

The infamous Tyrell Sloan trade that left Guru in tatters, and a final fortnight Sea Eagles masterstroke to enter the top 1%.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the Rugby League Guru and Supercoach 365's Ryan Selvage together to hammer Blurst of Hynes - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Storm v Broncos blockbuster divides panel

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 01:08:28 GMT

In a fixture that will shape the NRL 2023 final series, the Brisbane Broncos and Melbourne Storm clash has divided the panel in week one of finals footy.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's NRL finals week one tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: The Roast of Tim's team

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:00:19 GMT

Paying over a million for Kalyn Ponga, and a late Daly Cherry-Evans rescue job, it was an eventful season for the Cooma Stallions.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the Rugby League Guru and Supercoach 365's Ryan Selvage together to hammer the Stallions - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 164: SC Playbook, NRL Supercoach Team of the Year awards

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:30:09 GMT

It's time to vote on the best players of the NRL Supercoach season, and review what we've learned in 2023.In the final episode of the SC Playbook podcast for the NRL 2023 season, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and 2021's 6th placed finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck to present the Team of the Year awards.- Clem topples Spy... Again- What we learned in 2023- Team of the Year awards- Thank you

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The Half-Backed podcast: Sizzling Sea Eagles to finish on a high

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:18:57 GMT

Missing out on finals footy, the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles look primed to make a statement against the Tigers to close out their 2023 campaign.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 27 NRL tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Data reveals true extent of mass restings

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 23:16:41 GMT

In the hardest final round of we've ever witnessed, we've got the data to show the true extent of just how short NRL Supercoach squads are playing in Round 27.Plus, Tim reveals his early 2024 watchlist for the underpriced players that may fill our squads to begin next season.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 27.

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 27: Roo hunting season, Cherry on top

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 08:00:20 GMT

It's the final round of the NRL Supercoach season, with teams decimated, making captaincy calls vital as Tim throws a last gasp Hail Mary at Guru in their head-to-head battle.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 163: SC Playbook, hardest finale in Supercoach history

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 10:15:00 GMT

Following the most brutal team list Tuesday of all-time, Supercoaches are left scrambling to find half a squad to finish the 2023 season.In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Quantium CEO and Bulldogs Director Adam Driussi are on deck to dissect NRL Round 27.- Team list Tuesday: Hardest finale in history, Warriors mass rest- How top 10 ranked overall teams are placed- Top scoring player predictions for Round 27- Potential 2024 rule changes- Round 27 skipper plans- Listener questions: Is Koula the Cherry on top?

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Weekly wrap: Prepare for final round carnage

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 09:44:10 GMT

With injuries and suspensions wreaking havoc across the NRL, Supercoaches are bracing for one of the toughest final rounds in many years.2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 26 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Listener Q+A: Who is the true No.1 contender?

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 03:54:22 GMT

Latrell's gone, so who comes in? One of the biggest questions of the year, Walsh, Watene-Zelezniak, Drinkwater, or look elsewhere?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 26, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Hammer time at Suncorp Stadium

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:59:33 GMT

Coming in as heavy outsiders, the boys like the Dolphins to show some trademark fight under Wayne Bennett in the Queensland Derby.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 26 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 26: Captaincy call to decide grand final glory

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 08:00:09 GMT

It's NRL Supercoach 2023 grand final week, and it's delivered one of the widest range of captaincy options we've witnessed, so who's the best pick?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 162: SC Playbook, Supercoach grand final week, ft Brett Papworth

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 11:14:08 GMT

Who is the best fullback target with Latrell and Tedesco out, and why the star cast of captaincy options could decide NRL Supercoach grand finals in 2023?In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, and former Wallaby and Rooster Brett Papworth(ranked 47th overall) are on deck to dissect NRL Round 26.- Brett's stunning Supercoach rise- Team list Tuesday: Teddy gone, Garrick doubtful- Best fullback options, Drinky, Walsh headliners- Captaincy verdict, is Manu the man?- Round 26 trade and skipper plans- Listener questions: Is Munster a must after his flop?

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Weekly wrap: What's gone wrong with Latrell's Rabbitohs?

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 10:02:38 GMT

What's going wrong with Latrell and the Rabbitohs, and a major query over the form lines of Munster and the Storm.The SC Spy, one of the sharpest minds in NRL Supercoach, takes a look back at NRL Round 25 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Listener Q+A: Brutality of sit v start decisions

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 04:58:38 GMT

We've got plenty of depth with guns galore in our NRL Supercoach squads, meaning the sit v start decisions are causing plenty of headaches, so what's the verdict on all the key players?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 25, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Warriors right to show their might

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:01:32 GMT

With the maestro Shaun Johnson pulling the strings, the right edge of the New Zealand Warriors looks primed to pile points on Manly in Round 25.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 25 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 25: Bunny culling season

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 03:14:59 GMT

Trades are low, as are numbers, and with the heavily owned South Sydney Rabbitohs contingent on the bye next week it's time to work out which ones you'll need to say goodbye to.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 161: SC Playbook, is top target Tino a trap?

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:00:36 GMT

Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is the most traded in NRL Supercoach player this week, but the panel aren't convinced he's the right player if you're trying to secure a head-to-head grand final ticket.In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and 2021's 6th placed finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck to dissect NRL Round 25.- Team list Tuesday: Charnze named, Hopgood positional switch- How to utilise your final trades- Hot topics: Is Tino a trap this week? Hold on King Gutho- Super PODs for the run home- Round 25 trade plans- Listener questions: Is it Eli Katoa time?

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Weekly wrap: Impact of Papenhuyzen's imminent return

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:13:50 GMT

Ryan Papenhuyzen's return could blow the Supercoach run home wide open, and why Eli Katoa is looming as the 2RF point of difference to win you your title.2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 24 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Listener Q+A: Time to farewell a Warriors favourite?

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 05:02:28 GMT

With the highly owned Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad unavailable, is it time to say goodbye as the season nears a close, or do we hold tight?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 24, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Suaalii's time to shine

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 00:00:39 GMT

With a tonne of one-sided fixtures in round 24, the points are expected to flow, with the boys flocking to Rooster Joseph Suaalii to deliver for punters.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 24 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 24: The most pivotal round of the NRL Supercoach season

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 08:00:16 GMT

With lop-sided contests across the NRL this weekend, and the potential for some hefty scoring, it looms as a pivotal round of the NRL Supercoach season, with captaincy selections proving problematic for most.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 160: SC Playbook, the great captaincy debate

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:15:06 GMT

In week two of head-to-head finals, we've been dealt arguably the hardest round for captaincy options we've ever seen, with five Supercoach stars gifted five dream match-ups, so what's the verdict?In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, Supercoach 365's Ryan Selvage and Matty the Waterboy are on deck to dissect NRL Round 24.- Team list Tuesday: Tino's back, Matterson benched- Captaincy debate: Which star shines brightest?- Hot topics: To'o time? Garrick sit v start?- Round 24 trade plans- Listener questions: Do we finally give in to Gagai?

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Weekly wrap: Souths woes shake up Supercoach finals

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 10:53:55 GMT

As NRL Supercoach finals heat up, how big an impact will the struggling Rabbitohs have on the final month of action?2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 23 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Capitalising on Sharks woes

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 05:13:24 GMT

Cronulla's left edge has gone from bad to worse in 2023, and the boys are looking to again cash in with a pair of Bunnies flyers.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 23 NRL tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Featuring Australian captain Maty Ryan

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 00:16:37 GMT

In a special edition of the podcast featuring Socceroos skipper and Supercoach fanatic Maty Ryan, the boys break down the week's big calls in the opening week of head-to-head finals, such as Charnze v Dallin.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and Maty Ryan give their thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 23, touching on final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 23: Avoid Knights flyers at your own peril

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 08:00:16 GMT

With Newcastle's stunning run of form, and a dream draw to finish the year, the Knights look the team to target, but who are the priority buys?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 159: SC Playbook, why Hynes to SJ isn't the answer

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:20:06 GMT

People are flocking to buy Shaun Johnson in place of Supercoach star Nicho Hynes, but is it really the right play this late in the NRL season?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Bulldogs director Adam Driussi are on deck to dissect NRL Round 23.- Team list Tuesday: Mulitalo returns, Papy's back! Kind of...- Head-to-head finals week one player match-ups to target - Hot topics: SJ v Hynes, is Manu a sell?- Round 23 trades and skippers- Listener questions: Is Munster a must play against the Panthers?

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Weekly wrap: Gagai the super POD we've all missed

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 09:36:24 GMT

Stringing together a stunning average of 70+ this season, owned by 1.5% of Supercoaches, Dane Gagai has eluded us all year, but it's not too late to jump on.2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 22 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Floodgates to open in QLD derby

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:14:30 GMT

Two of the game's most exciting attacking teams go head-to-head in the Titans and Cowboys this weekend, and with mass try-scorers, comes mass value for punters.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 22 NRL tips + analysis

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Listener Q+A: Bite the bullet and pay up for Drinky?

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 01:33:45 GMT

Producing one of the all-time great Supercoach runs of form, is it time we just find the cash to recruit the elusive Scott Drinkwater?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 22, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 22: Penrith weapon we've slept on

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 08:00:14 GMT

There's an unsung Penrith NRL Supercoach star we've missed in 2023, and is Reece Walsh a trap or a treasure for the run home?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 158: SC Playbook, No.1 fullback to deliver finals glory

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:00:34 GMT

With head-to-head finals starting next week, which clubs and players have the strongest and weakest draws to take your Supercoach squad to glory?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Bulldogs director Adam Driussi are on deck to dissect NRL Round 22.- Team list Tuesday - Bunnies flyer misses as Trell returns- Head-to-head finals strength of schedule, targets and avoids- Hot topics - Fire sale on Prince Nicho- Super POD for the run home, sub 5%- Round 22 trades and skippers- Listener questions - Latrell v Munster v Walsh, pick one

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Weekly wrap: Fullback slot to decide Supercoach titles

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:04:56 GMT

As we close in on NRL Supercoach head-to-head finals, the wide open fullback slot looks set to be the pivotal position in deciding league titles and the overall champion.2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 21 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 21: Listener Q+A, records threatened as Panthers eye mauling

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 04:40:39 GMT

With Penrith starting as the one of the hottest favourites in recent memory against the Bulldogs, should we be sending all our attention towards the Mountain Men?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 21, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Storm to subdue Knight raid

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:46:32 GMT

Despite Newcastle's red-hot run of form, the panel are confident the class of Melbourne will bring the run to a halt in the Hunter.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 21 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 21: Bunnies hold key to Supercoach glory

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 08:00:20 GMT

With a dream draw coming up, South Sydney look a red-hot team to target as we set sights on the final stretch of the NRL Supercoach 2023 season, but who are the priority picks?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 157: SC Playbook, POD hunting season

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:37:42 GMT

With squads getting similar for the run home, we take a look at the point of difference players in every position to set you apart from rivals on the road to Supercoach glory.On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Bulldogs director Adam Driussi are on deck to dissect NRL Round 21.- Team list Tuesday - Latrell, Cleary, Walsh, Haas named, Talakai benched- POD hunting: Low-ownership plays from every position- Hot topics: Time to cut ties with King Gutho?- Round 21 trades and skippers- Listener questions: Fonua-Blake v Haas?

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Weekly wrap: Dare we consider selling Prince Nicho?

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:17:34 GMT

It seems unthinkable, but could it be a season-defining play to sell Nicho Hynes for the run home with Nathan Cleary nearing return?2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 20 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 20: Listener Q+A, Tim's trade plans and tips

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 08:12:21 GMT

Is it worth going early on Nathan Cleary, and is Kalyn Ponga a must-have for the run home?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 20, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Ponga to put on a show

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 06:45:07 GMT

A dream matchup against the Tigers awaits in Round 20 for one of the in-form players of the comp, Kalyn Ponga!The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in Rugby League in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes.This week:- Locks- Value plays- Hail Mary bets- Sam's Round 20 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 20: NRL SuperCoach 2023, it's decision time

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 02:12:34 GMT

The major bye rounds are a thing of the past as we start to gear up for the run home! The Guru and Ryan from SC365 dissect the big decisions coaches will have to make this week including Origin stars, PODs, and of course the big Cleary debate.Brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 156: SC Playbook, final road to Supercoach glory starts now

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 09:56:57 GMT

The major bye rounds are finally behind us, so which NRL Supercoach guns do we prioritise getting back into our squads for the run home?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and expert Max Bryden are on deck to dissect NRL Round 20.

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Weekly wrap: Lomax superPOD, fade Dolphins players for the run home

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 09:40:04 GMT

Zac Lomax scored a massive 138 and looks set to be a huge superPOD for the rest of the year!2019 NRL SuperCoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 19 of the NRL with all the key SuperCoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Mass outs present mass punting opportunities

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:54:34 GMT

With masses of players out due to State of Origin, the boys have found plenty of value across a reduced Round 19 of NRL action.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 19 NRL tips + analysis

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Round 19: Listener Q+A, Tim's trade plans and tips

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:00:05 GMT

Why front-row looms as a problem area for Supercoaches in coming rounds, and a reminder on we must not panic at getting a full 13 this week.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 19, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 19: NRL SuperCoach 2023, Spy joins the show!

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:00:25 GMT

How are you coping as we approach one of the hardest rounds all season?With Tim Williams away, this week's Beers & Breakevens pits 2021 91st overall the SC Spy and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL SuperCoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 155: SC Playbook, surviving the final major bye round

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 09:37:50 GMT

Arriving at the final major bye round of the 2023 Supercoach season, what’s the best way to approach it with just 13 players scoring for squads?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2019 NRL Supercoach champion Dez Creek, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and expert Max Bryden are on deck to dissect NRL Round 19.

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Weekly wrap: Ponga masterclass, zero in on Cowboys contingent

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 09:37:59 GMT

Kalyn Ponga is back with a vengeance, and the Cowboys Supercoach brigade burst into buy contention as we set sights on the run home.2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 18 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 18: Listener Q+A, off the radar Sharks flyer

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 01:00:01 GMT

With trades getting fewer and fewer, and three brutal rounds ahead, there's an under the radar Sharks flyer that can help your budget and dish out the points.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 18, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Value arises in new-look Broncos

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:00:01 GMT

Brisbane's side takes a new shape against the Dolphins, and with it comes punting value, while the Penrith and Melbourne blockbuster divides the boys.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 18 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 18: NRL Supercoach 2023, beware the stray Guru

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 08:00:21 GMT

Is Nathan Cleary really a must-have on return to the Panthers and why we must be wary of a stray Guru over the next fortnight.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 154: SC Playbook, planning for the run home

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:15:01 GMT

Cameron Munster is the most traded in player this week, but with Penrith upcoming, then the bye while on Origin duty, are Supercoaches going too early?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck to dissect NRL Round 18.- Team list Tuesday: Boost for Garrick- Long-term trade plans, must-haves to come back in?- Hot topics - Too early for Munster?- Round 18 trades and skippers- Listener questions: Haas v Fonua-Blake? Will Kennedy the POD

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Weekly wrap: Drinky, CNK the surprise keepers

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 12:04:35 GMT

Scott Drinkwater and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad explode into potential keeper status on the run home in the 2023 NRL Supercoach season.2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 17 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 17: Listener Q+A, Origin review, NSW loss impact on Supercoach

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 06:00:45 GMT

With changes likely to the NSW Blues, the State of Origin result has had huge implications on trade plans for NRL Supercoaches this week.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 17, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Parramatta's left side, strong side

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:29:47 GMT

Maika Sivo looks set to continue his stunning try-scoring form with a favourable match-up, and can the Storm capitalise on a Turbo-less Manly?The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 17 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 17: Mad Dog let loose on Manly

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 04:42:06 GMT

Is Cameron Munster worth locking in for Jahream Bula and is it time we elevated King Gutho to elite fullback status in Supercoach?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 153: SC Playbook, rise of the Warriors

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:53:51 GMT

Shock calls around key players leave Supercoaches scrambling, as the Warriors come firmly into buy focus, led by the rejuvenated Shaun Johnson.On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Sydney Thunder star Ollie Davies are on deck to dissect NRL Round 17.- Ollie's incredible week- Team list Tuesday - Katoa's absence, Turbo question marks- Is time to cash in on Bula?- Hot topics - Warriors Supercoach assets come into focus- Round 17 trades and skippers- Listener questions - Isaako v CNK? Garrick to Gutherson?

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Weekly wrap: Fullback slot blown wide open in 2023

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 10:01:53 GMT

After a rare down week, is it time to cash in on Jahream Bula at top dollar as the fullback position blows wide open in 2023 after a King Gutho tonne?2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 16 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 16: Listener Q+A, all in on Ronaldo

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 23:30:09 GMT

The second major bye round has arrived for NRL Supercoach 2023, so it's time to throw caution to the wind with a Sharks flyer.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 16, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Shire to deliver Sharks redemption

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:06:53 GMT

In a hot run of form with profits flowing in, the boys are all-in on the Cronulla Sharks bouncing back in style from a deflating last round defeat.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 16 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 16: Are we all overlooking King Gutho?

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 08:00:09 GMT

Clint Gutherson flies under the radar, and Matt Burton's red-hot form may provide an alternative to Nicho Hynes in the second NRL Supercoach major bye round.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and Supercoach 365's Ryan Selvage together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 152: SC Playbook, Origin squads rattle Supercoach plans

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 10:29:55 GMT

Origin selections blow Supercoach wide open, Marzhew/Katoa headline team list outs, but it's not all bad news on the squad front with Hynes one of the key inclusions.On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to dissect Round 16.- Team list Tuesday: Manu's positional switch, mixed news arrives- Surviving the second major bye round- Hot topics: Is Nicho a must-have? Sell Moses?- Round 16 trades and skippers- Listener questions: Newcastle super POD? Is Nicho a must?

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Weekly wrap: Nicho bombs, vintage SJ does it again

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 09:51:01 GMT

Nicho Hynes flops for captains who flock, Melbourne's Supercoach stars bounce back in style, and Shaun Johnson if officially back in business.2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at NRL Round 15 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 15: Listener Q+A, four week solution to halfback woes

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 04:19:54 GMT

With doubts around the NRL Supercoach halfback spot since Nathan Cleary's injury, a plan has been hatched to cover all bases in his absence.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 15, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Storm brewing down south

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:26:29 GMT

Following a humiliation loss last week, the boys like the Storm to bounce back, and Brookvale Oval to host a points fest in Round 15.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 15 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 15: NRL Supercoach emotions, taking Meaney seriously

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 08:00:24 GMT

Tigers fullback Jahream Bula could define the NRL Supercoach 2023 season, and is it finally time to start taking Nick Meaney seriously?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 151: SC Playbook, is Moses the man to save our halves?

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:57:28 GMT

With Nathan Cleary gone, Dylan Brown a potential sell, and uncertainty around Origin selections, who are the best NRL Supercoach halves combos going forward?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, NRL Supercoach 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and special guest NRL reporter Jelisa Apps are on deck to dissect NRL Round 15.- Team list Tuesday - Supercoach elite go missing, do we sell Fifita?- Hot topics - Bank on Bateman or lock in Nikora?- Round 15 trades and skippers- Listener questions: Cleary absence impact on Edwards? Turbo worth a throw at the stumps?

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Weekly wrap: Cleary injury blows halves wide open

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 12:28:01 GMT

With Nathan Cleary injured, and Dylan Brown looming as a sell, the Supercoach halves have been blown wide open, so where do we turn to?2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 14 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 14: Listener Q+A, Supercoach guns we're overlooking

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 06:13:33 GMT

While Supercoaches flock to a chosen few, there's a number of proven performers over many years that are seemingly being ignored at tiny ownership.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 14, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Bunnies let loose on the Gold Coast

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:21:59 GMT

South Sydney to sizzle against the Titans, and Penrith's Origin contingent to deliver a message at home.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 14 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 14: Dog fight erupts over King Kiraz

Wed, 31 May 2023 05:00:28 GMT

The boys are split over this week's most popular trade in option Jacob Kiraz, while they reveal the true extent of how short Supercoach squads are running this week in a brutal Round 14 for numbers.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 150: SC Playbook, hidden gems to skyrocket ranking

Tue, 30 May 2023 10:30:08 GMT

In one of the hardest rounds of the NRL Supercoach season, the crew have huge issues with the week's most traded out players.On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, Quantium CEO and Bulldogs board member Adam Driussi and special guest Ryan Selvage wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach Round 14.- Team list Tuesday - Manu named, Peachey dramas- Who to hold and sell from Eels, Sea Eagles, Knights?- Hot topics - Is Bula still a bye? Is Kiraz a must at the price?- Point of difference plays- Round 14 trades and skippers- Listener questions: Koloamatangi, Hughes time?

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Weekly wrap: Marzhew magic proves the difference

Sun, 28 May 2023 09:19:56 GMT

In a week with very few failures, Greg Marzhew stood above all to produce a Supercoach masterclass, while the Spy delivered one of the all-time great calls of his own.2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 13 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Cash in as team changes rattle bookies

Thu, 25 May 2023 03:46:05 GMT

With State of Origin causing mass NRL team changes, the crew think they've been handed the perfect opportunity to capitalise on some bookie blunders.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 13 NRL tips + analysis

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Round 13: Listener Q+A, saying goodbye to Prince Nicho

Thu, 25 May 2023 00:59:54 GMT

Why it's time to part ways with Nicho Hynes, loading up on rampant Rabbitohs and do we really need to sell Harry Grant?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 13, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 13: Uncertainty hits brutal NRL Supercoach bye week

Wed, 24 May 2023 08:00:28 GMT

Why you shouldn't always take the extra cash when making NRL Supercoach trades, and Tohu Harris' true stats make him a red-hot buy option.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 149: SC Playbook, Origin players to hold and sell

Tue, 23 May 2023 10:43:05 GMT

Who are the priority sells over Origin and what's the best bye period strategy for head-to-head focused players?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, Quantium CEO and Bulldogs board member Adam Driussi and head-to-head specialist Max Bryden wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach Round 13.- Team list Tuesday - FRF cheapie, Miller benched- Head-to-head bye period strategy- Origin players we're holding/selling. Fifita, Hynes, Grant- How short are Supercoaches running this week?- Hot topics - Cody v Moses - Round 13 trades and skippers- Listener questions - sell Hosking or Preston first?

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Weekly wrap: Old guns aren't finished yet, Schuster's reminder

Sun, 21 May 2023 09:22:08 GMT

James Tedesco and Tom Trbojevic drop Supercoach statements, while Josh Schuster fires in time for the first major bye round.2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams takes a look back at Round 12 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 12: Listener Q+A, Luki, Hopgood stocks drop with NRL news

Thu, 18 May 2023 04:36:47 GMT

With Joe Ofahengaue's link to the Eels in a mid-season switch, and Luciano Leilua being cleared to return, a number of key Supercoach players have seen their stocks fall dramatically.In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 12, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Knights await Shark attack

Thu, 18 May 2023 00:19:56 GMT

This week, the crew like Cronulla to hand Newcastle a reality check, and the Storm to out-class the Dolphins at Suncorp.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 12 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 12: Forward thinking, Burbo's back

Wed, 17 May 2023 08:00:18 GMT

A key lesson when recruiting cash cow forwards, is Ben Trbojevic the cheapie to get us through the bye period, and the boys are split on Heilum Luki.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 148: SC Playbook, can we hold Nicho and Cleary over Origin?

Tue, 16 May 2023 10:10:08 GMT

What to do with Cleary and Hynes through Origin and which of the bumper cheapie crop should we prioritise?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Te Whare dropped, cash cows emerge- Halfback plans: Hold/sell Nicho and Cleary?- Hot topics: Smith or Edwards? Hold or sell Manu?- Trades and skippers, Round 12- Listener questions: Marshall-King at hooker? Ponga or KP despite Origin?

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Weekly wrap: Walsh worries, bargain KP a must-have?

Sun, 14 May 2023 10:34:07 GMT

Bargain priced Kalyn Ponga reminds Supercoaches of his ability, and Billy Smith causes headaches for bye-planning.2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 11 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Knights, Titans have points to prove

Thu, 11 May 2023 06:14:52 GMT

Points to flow in Newcastle and the Bunnies show to continue against the in-form Tigers.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 11 NRL tips + analysis

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Round 11: Listener Q+A, solving the front-row headaches

Thu, 11 May 2023 00:31:42 GMT

Horsburgh, de Belin, Tohu, which player can ignite the front-row, and are we crazy going early on Te Whare?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 11, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 11: Respecting Tigers Supercoach defence

Wed, 10 May 2023 08:00:20 GMT

Why loading up against the Tigers has thwarted Supercoaches all season, and which Eels are emerging as the bye period specials?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 147: SC Playbook, bye period strength of schedule

Tue, 09 May 2023 10:00:30 GMT

Deep diving into the best and worst draws across the NRL Supercoach bye period, and question marks around key Round 11 cheapies.On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Crossland bonus, Moses out- Bye period strength of schedule - Hot topics - Issues around cheapies Te Whare, Bula and Feagai- Trades and skippers, Round 11- Listener questions: Robson the POD? Too late for Croker?

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Weekly wrap: Season defining call around Moses and Cleary

Sun, 07 May 2023 21:26:03 GMT

Nathan Cleary once again reigns supreme, as Mitch Moses struggles in what may be one of the most defining trade calls of 2023.In our newest podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 10 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 10: Listener Q+A, hold or sell underperforming CTW guns?

Thu, 04 May 2023 05:33:41 GMT

With the likes of To'o, Holmes, Marzhew, Garrick and other centre/wing guns hitting a wall, is it time to cut ties?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 10, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Broncos to rediscover their magic at Suncorp

Thu, 04 May 2023 00:29:57 GMT

The boys like the Broncos to bounce back emphatically in Magic Round, and Nathan Cleary to silence any doubters of the Panthers in 2023.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 10 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 10: Time to sell Cleary?

Wed, 03 May 2023 08:00:17 GMT

Set to leak mass cash, carrying injury, and Origin looming, do we dare sell Nathan Cleary ahead of NRL Magic Round?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 146: SC Playbook, ranking the electric Eels

Tue, 02 May 2023 10:30:07 GMT

How do we navigate the tricky bye period, and who are the priority Eels players to pick up with their dream draw?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and 2021's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Garrick's stocks rise- Bye planning, strategy and numbers- Ranking the Eels buys, and how many is too many to own?- Hot topics - Is Bula a must? Do we finally sell a leaking Walsh?- Trades and skippers, Round 10- Listener questions: H2H bye strategy, what to do with Val Holmes?

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Weekly Wrap: Forgive us J'maine, Peach's blast from the past

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 10:19:07 GMT

Apologies for the sell J'maine, we want you back, ASAP, and Tyrone Peachey is back on the radar.In our newest podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 9 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Wighton's statement, Broncos litmus test

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 00:09:41 GMT

Jack Wighton to show his class after a week in the headlines, and we're about to find out just how good Brisbane are in 2023.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 9 NRL tips + analysis

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Round 9: Listener Q+A, Cleary doubts create captain carnage

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 03:59:35 GMT

Cleary, Turbo and Turuva in doubt, Melbourne on the bye, and Nicho playing in the opening game has made for a chaotic week for Supercoaches, so how do we respond to the uncertainty?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 9, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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Episode 145: SC Playbook, are you seriously making those trades?

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:28:49 GMT

It looms as the hardest round of the Supercoach season so far, so how do we handle the crisis around hooker and front-row?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Turbo named, shock Tago replacement- Dealing with drama at hooker and front-row- Hot topics - Is Sloan a trap? Fullback issues- Trades and skippers, Round 9- Listener questions: Lane v Matterson? Aitken the POD?

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 9: Is this the hardest round so far?

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 05:00:27 GMT

With Melbourne on the bye, Payne Haas suspended, and injury and resting concerns across multiple teams, Supercoaches are facing the hardest round of 2023.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Weekly Wrap: Load on Bunnies, issues on Eels Supercoach contingent

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 10:12:59 GMT

Do we pay up for Latrell Mitchell despite Origin looming? Despite Parramatta's great bye coverage, don't overcommit to their Supercoach players. In our newest podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 8 (so far) with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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Round 8: Listener Q+A, chill out on the boosts!

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 05:10:59 GMT

Do we need to use a final boost for Garrick and Manu? Is it viable to play Schuster at five-eighth this week?In our question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 8, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Eels upset, all aboard the Marzhew train

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:43:39 GMT

The boys are all in on an Eels ambush against the ladder leading Broncos, while Greg Marzhew looks primed for some meat against the struggling Cowboys.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head- Sam's Round 8 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens Rd 8: Captaincy conundrum, enter the Eels

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 08:00:26 GMT

Nicho Hynes v Tommy Turbo v Joey Manu as elite captaincy options arise, and is it time to eye the Eels with a great bye period schedule?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and Matty the Waterboy - filling in for the Rugby League Guru - together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 144: SC Playbook, Manu v Garrick

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:15:06 GMT

Can owners hold Kiraz, and who's the higher priority out of Manu and Garrick?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and the SC Spy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Manu to halves, Grant boost- Supercoach relevant Origin players to hold/sell long-term- Hot topics - All eyes on the Eels- Trades and skippers, Round 8- Listener questions: Is Haas a must? Dare we sell Walsh?

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Weekly Wrap: 2RF blown open as old guns show class

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:54:05 GMT

Eli Katoa falls short of keeper status, as Ryan Matterson and David Fifita show their class as the second-row Supercoach slot opens up.In our newest podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the brightest thinkers in the game, takes a look back at Round 7 with all the key Supercoach pointers to prepare for the upcoming week of trades.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Panthers to pounce, Cowboys bounce back

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:51:32 GMT

The boys like the look of a few key Panthers match-ups against the Knights, and the Cowboys to return to winning ways in New Zealand.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Punters head-to-head Olympian edition- Sam's Round 7 NRL tips + analysis

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Round 7: Listener Q+A, which cheapie holds the key to cash?

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 01:32:42 GMT

As we desperately seek cash for Hynes, Cleary, Munster and co, we're constantly running into red flags around every option, so who's the best pick to earn some bank?In our brand new question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 7, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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Beers & Breakevens: Which 5/8 is the priority trade in?

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 08:00:16 GMT

In this week's edition, the deep dive highlights the scores required in different circumstances to utilise the vice-captain loophole, while we also assess the gun five-eighth crop, team list analysis, sit v starts, and plenty more.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 143: SC Playbook, centre-wing power rankings

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 10:51:04 GMT

In a stacked field of high ceiling players, which centre-wings should we prioritise to get into our teams?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Meaney out, Munster fullback impact- CTW power rankings- Hot topics - Munster v Cody v Brown- Trades and skippers, Round 7- Listener questions: When do we look into byes? Ryan Matterson time?

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Round 6: Listener Q+A, is Hosking really a must?

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:44:39 GMT

Zac Hosking looks a must, but is it really worth trading a strongly performing player for him? In our brand new question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 6, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts and captains.

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The Half-Backed podcast: Bunnies to feast on Easter NRL action

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:14:06 GMT

The boys like South Sydney to get the job done well against an injury hit Bulldogs on the short turnaround for the Easter clash.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 6 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Vital bye planning tips, FRF cheapies

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 08:00:27 GMT

In this week's edition, the deep dive highlights the importance of bye-planning and how you can get caught out, while we also assess the front-row forward cheapie crop, team list analysis, sit v starts, and plenty more.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 142: SC Playbook, time to sell Hopgoat?

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 12:05:08 GMT

Do we sell a benched J'maine Hopgood or hold through Origin, and what's the solution to the five-eighth issues?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Bulldogs Director Adam Driussi wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Hosking boost, Manu's No.1- True player ownership: Miller owners reign supreme- Point of difference player we're eyeing- Hot topics - Marzhew in beast mode, too late for Walsh and Preston?- Trades and skippers, Round 6- Listener questions: Which 2RF to sell off and whether to play Khan-Periera?

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The Half-Backed podcast: Penrith's right side, strong side

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 23:01:48 GMT

The boys back Penrith's right edge to have a day out against Canberra, and the data gives a huge push towards the unders line in 2023.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 5 NRL tips + analysis

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Round 5: Listener Q+A, Schuster scratching impact

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 01:21:49 GMT

With one of the week's most traded in players Josh Schuster a reported late out for Manly, how do Supercoaches respond, reverse trade immediately or bank the cash to recruit a gun such as Reuben Garrick or Nicho Hynes?In our brand new question and answer podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major listener dilemmas heading into NRL Supercoach Round 5, touching on his final trade plans, sit v starts, captains and trade changes.

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Beers & Breakevens: A lesson in Supercoach history

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 07:00:38 GMT

In this week's edition, our stat's that caught the eye highlight Nicho's stunning return (apology included) and Zac Hosking's elite output, while the deep dive gives a lesson on trusting Supercoach history.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 141: SC Playbook, shifting focus from cash cows to guns?

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:21:08 GMT

Do we start to focus on points over cash generation yet, and do we buy Nicho Hynes now or after the Sharks bye?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and the SC Spy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.- Team list analysis: Tohu named, Hosking firms for 80- Proof that rank isn't everything early - Now or next week for Nicho?- Hot topics - Is Schuster a must? Too late for Walsh?- Trades and skippers, Round 5- Listener questions: Sharks PODs, Kiraz v Garrick

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The Half-Backed podcast: Garrick the moral or model?

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 20:35:35 GMT

Reuben Garrick is primed for a field day, while the Rabbitohs v Sea Eagles clash divides the boys around who covers the line.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 4 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Ultimate five week trade strategy

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:00:20 GMT

In this week's edition, the stat deep dive highlights an issue with Josh Schuster, while Tim reveals his ultimate five week trade plan.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 140: SC Playbook, is Nicho Hynes a must this week?

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 09:00:20 GMT

Who is the priority front-row target, and do we buy or wait on Nicho Hynes?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Team list analysis: Carty Party continues, Cotter shock- Verdict on Hynes- Hot topics - Tino v Haas v Tapine v Tohu- Trades and skippers, Round 4- Listener questions: Do we sell Cleary?

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The Half-Backed podcast: Wizard Walsh, Storm/Titans divide

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 23:11:40 GMT

Can Reece Walsh back up his freakish performance, and why has the Storm v Titans clash divided the boys around who covers the line?The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 3 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Boost for biggest trade week of the year

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 07:00:20 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys give a lesson on playing the long-game strategy, break down the top bargain buys and assess one of the hardest captaincy rounds on record.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 139: SC Playbook, do we dare sell Tedesco or Cleary?

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 09:41:19 GMT

Do we do the unthinkable and sell Teddy or Cleary, and who's the best option out of Mahoney and Egan?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Bulldogs board member and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Team list analysis: Blow for Bunnies cheapies, Smith named- Driussi's data dive, Hopgood's misleading ownership- Cheapie watch, top priority money-makers- Hot topics - Is Hammer a trap?- Trades and skippers, Round 3- Listener questions: Do we sell To'o and Burton?

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The Half-Backed podcast: The Ponga and Foz effect

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:12:22 GMT

Kalyn Ponga's move to the halves and Kieran Foran's Titans switch has opened up plenty of opportunities for punters.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, ex-TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 2 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: True numbers expose top trade in

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:00:28 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys flag key issues with the week's top trade ins, urge Supercoaches to exercise patience, take a deep dive into the performances of Tapine, Fa'asuamaleaui, Isaako and plenty more.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 138: SC Playbook, red flags over top trade targets

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:14:49 GMT

Approaching NRL Round 2, there's huge issues around the most traded Supercoach players.On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Bulldogs board member and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Team list analysis: Wilton's boost, Rabbitohs cheapies emerge- Adam's true player ownership data- Hot topics: King's eye catcher, fire-sale on Smith- Trades and skippers, Round 2- Listener questions: Collins at 2RF? Time to sell To'o?

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The Half-Backed podcast: Fox, Roosters, set to sizzle

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 01:59:47 GMT

The Sydney Roosters will look to give the Dolphins an NRL reality check, while Josh Addo-Carr could be set for a big day at Brookvale Oval.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, along with SC Playbook's Tim Williams. This week:- Lock of the week- Value bet, Dally M tip- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 1 NRL tips + analysis

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Beers & Breakevens: Team list deep dive, sit v starts

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:00:40 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys pick apart every squad dropped on team list Tuesday, summarise the cheapie crop and run through the players they're sitting and starting in their top 17 for round 1.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 137: SC Playbook, TLT, cheapies, team reveals

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 09:59:00 GMT

Team list Tuesday for round 1 is finally here, cheapies are revealed, and so are our Supercoach squads!On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Bulldogs board member and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Team list analysis- Bargain buys ranked- Squad reveals

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Beers & Breakevens: Guru team reveal/roast, trial pointers

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 07:00:17 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys go through Guru's team, and recap the key Supercoach trial takes.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property. Reach out for the link to their upcoming event!

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Episode 136: SC Playbook, 2RF gold mine emerges

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 10:00:27 GMT

With the 2RF mid-range gold mine emerging, how has this impacted our squad structures?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Bulldogs board member and stat analyst Adam Driussi wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Adam's Bulldogs cheapie insight- Fresh positional updates- 2RF positional deep dive- Squad previews - Dogs, Eels, Tigers, Sharks, (Dolphins next week)- Listener questions - KP at 5/8? Is Reimis a trap?

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, NRL trials pointers

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 07:00:25 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys recap the NRL trials, analyse the all-important week two trial teams and answer some quick-fire head-to-head player battles.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property. Reach out for the link to their upcoming event!

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Episode 135: SC Playbook, is Val Holmes a must-have?

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 10:39:59 GMT

Which clubs have the strongest and weakest Supercoach draws, and is Valentine Holmes a must-have for round 1?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and the SC Spy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Strength of schedule- NRL trial tips, team list indicators- Squad previews - Roosters, Knights, Cowboys and Warriors- Listener questions - Boyd v Smith, Rapana at fullback?

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Episode 135: SC Playbook, do we avoid Hynes or Cleary?

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:56:07 GMT

Do we need to rethink our halves combinations in starting without Nathan Cleary or Nicho Hynes?On the SC Playbook NRL podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy wrap their heads around all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Should we anti-POD Cleary or Hynes?- Squad previews - Storm, Broncos, Rabbitohs and Titans- Listener questions - Kikau, Hess, Ponga etc.

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, learner guide, trials watch

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 07:12:57 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys preview the first week of NRL trials, touch on the basics to Supercoach for beginners and intermediates, and answer a stack of listener questions plaguing fans in the pre-season.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 2RF/FRF analysis

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 07:00:20 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys get stuck into their next positional analysis, looking at both the 2RF and FRF positions.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, centre/wing analysis

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 07:02:35 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys get stuck into their next positional analysis, looking at the all-important centre-wing position.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 134: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Tom Sangster special

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:37:06 GMT

The SC Playbook NRL podcast returns for the second episode of the 2023 pre-season. 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and special guest Tom Sangster are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, filmed live in studio, the crew discuss:- Sangster's rise to Supercoach Godfather status- Reasoning for 2023 rule changes- Squad previews - Panthers, Raiders, Sea Eagles, Dragons- Listener questions - Anti-POD Hynes, Val Holmes?

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 5/8, halfback analysis

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 07:00:18 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys get stuck into their next positional analysis, looking at the five-eighth and halfback positions.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, fullback/hooker analysis

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 07:01:49 GMT

In this week's edition, the boys get stuck into their first positional analysis, starting with fullbacks and hookers.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 133: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Spy team reveal

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 10:26:19 GMT

The SC Playbook NRL podcast returns for the first episode of the 2023 pre-season. 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, filmed live in studio, the crew discuss:- SC Spy identity reveal- What's in store for SC Playbook in 2023- SC Spy team reveal

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Guru team reveal

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 07:13:05 GMT

In this week's edition, the Guru reveals his early team heading into the new season, including his strategy around squad balance.Beers & Breakevens returns for 2023, pitting SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 132: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 03:32:57 GMT

In this week’s edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 131st placed overall Tim Williams, 189th placed SC Spy and last year's champion Andrew Langley (10th overall) are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 12 and 13.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Champion's deep dive - Andrew's secrets to success* Double game week targets and avoids* Trade and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Tim's early team reveal

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 06:42:45 GMT

In this week's edition, Tim reveals his early team heading into the new season, including his strategy around squad balance.Beers & Breakevens returns for 2023, pitting SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your Supercoach teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.

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Episode 131: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 05:10:33 GMT

In this week’s edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 73rd placed overall Tim Williams, 164th placed SC Spy and 210th placed Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 10 and 11.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* SC scoring trends - teams to target and avoid* Fixture analysis - navigating the draw* Single game week targets and avoids* Trade and skipper plans

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Episode 130: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 21:59:15 GMT

In this week’s edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 39th placed overall Tim Williams, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 9.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Sixers players to hold/sell- Double game week analysis: Scorchers, Strikers and Stars- Trade and skipper plans

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Episode 129: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 04:13:15 GMT

In this week’s edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 33rd placed overall Tim Williams, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 8.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Plans for rain impacted games* Impact of players departing the BBL* Double game week analysis: Sixers and Hurricanes* Trade and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 128: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 22:17:55 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 10th placed overall Tim Williams, last year's 22nd placed finisher Michael Fisher and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 6 and 7.In this week’s special edition mid-season podcast, the crew discuss:* Team analysis - Identifying run home targets from every club* Availability - key player departure dates* Trade and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 127: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:52:13 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, last year's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Charlie Dadds are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 4 and 5.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Looping strategy - The magic number* Double game week analysis: Sixers and Renegades* Trade and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 126: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 01:20:54 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, last year's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken and last year's 22nd placed finisher Michael Fisher are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 3.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Team planning - strategy moving forward* Double game week analysis: Heat* Point of difference plays* Trade and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 125: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 08:43:39 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, last year's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach Round 2.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* What we've learned from Round 1 + our team changes* Double game week analysis: Scorchers and Thunder* Trade and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 124: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:16:48 GMT

In the fourth episode of the BBL pre-season, last year's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Team news, SuperCoach implications- Spy's team reveal, squad analysis, tactics- POD and anti-POD plays

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Episode 123: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:31:09 GMT

In the third episode of the BBL pre-season, last year's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, 22nd placed getter Michael Fisher, and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Cheapie analysis: Bargain buys to target- Squad breakdowns: Thunder, Scorchers, Hurricanes

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Episode 122: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:54:46 GMT

In the second episode of the BBL pre-season, last year's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, 2019/20 overall champion Thommo Aitken and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Availability analysis: Arrivals, departures of key players- Squad breakdowns: Strikers, Heat, Renegades

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The Half-Backed Podcast: World Cup final edition

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:04:31 GMT

The Half-Backed Podcast links former Canberra halfback Sam Williams and journalist Tim Williams to help find you a few winners in the upcoming Rugby League World Cup final, while picking apart the thoughts of one of league's sharpest minds in the ex-Raider. This week:- Punting results- World Cup final preview- World Cup punting plays

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Episode 121: SC Playbook BBL podcast

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 03:53:45 GMT

In the first episode of the BBL pre-season, last year's 43rd placed finisher Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things BBL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- What's in store for SC Playbook for BBL12- Fixture analysis: Navigating the doubles, byes- Squad breakdowns: Sixers and Stars- Double game week word of warning

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The Half-Backed Podcast: World Cup edition

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 03:47:35 GMT

The Half-Backed Podcast links former Canberra halfback Sam Williams, journalist Tim Williams and Bulldogs talent identification scout Scott Woodward to help find you a few winners in the upcoming Rugby League World Cup, while picking apart the thoughts of one of league's sharpest minds in the ex-Raider. This week:- NRL season results- World Cup preview - World Cup punting plays

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Grand final edition

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 11:31:47 GMT

The Half-Backed Podcast links former Canberra halfback Sam Williams, journalist Tim Williams and data analyst James Hughes to help find you a few winners in the upcoming round of NRL action, while picking apart the thoughts of one of rugby league's sharpest minds in the ex-Raider. This week:- Results- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's NRL grand final tip and Clive Churchill Medal plays

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 1-4 recap

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 04:59:16 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's season recap, they discuss the Panthers, Cowboys, Sharks and Eels NRL SuperCoach seasons, with an eye on their 2023 prospects.

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Finals week three

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:33:58 GMT

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 5-8 recap

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:14:51 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's season recap, they discuss the Raiders, Rabbitohs, Storm and Roosters NRL SuperCoach seasons, with an eye on their 2023 prospects.

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 9-12 recap

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 04:40:07 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's season recap, they discuss the Broncos, Dragons, Sea Eagles and Bulldogs NRL SuperCoach seasons, with an eye on their 2023 prospects.

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Finals week one

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 23:52:05 GMT

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Episode 120: SC Playbook NRL podcast, season review

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 07:08:00 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and last year's sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s 2022 recap, the crew discuss:* Final rankings* Best and worst trades* SuperCoach season lessons learned* Awards season - Positional, novelty

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 13-16 recap

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 02:01:39 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's season recap, they discuss the Tigers, Knights, Warriors and Titans NRL SuperCoach seasons, with an eye on their 2023 prospects.

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, season review

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:09:45 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's season recap, they discuss:- Head-to-head rivalry, results, turning points- Best and worst trades- Trade boosts, verdict

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 25

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:36:03 GMT

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 25

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 06:15:33 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's Round 25 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Final round must-haves- Draft grand final flyers- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 119: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 25

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 12:57:44 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Socceroos captain Maty Ryan are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Tips: Highest scoring Round 25 players* Super PODs to end the season* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 24

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 23:36:44 GMT

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 24

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 05:14:33 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's Round 24 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- H2H grand finals: Must-haves, saviours- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 118: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 24

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 10:03:41 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* SCPB grand final preview - Dez v Wals* Hot topics - Sit v starts, Panthers to pounce?* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 29: SC Playbook AFL podcast, season review

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 05:00:24 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Final rank, highs and lows* Awards season - Positional, rookie, bust, MVP* Looking ahead - 2023 breakouts, rookie candidates * Punting plays* Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 23

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 03:53:24 GMT

The Half-Backed Podcast links former Canberra halfback Sam Williams, journalist Tim Williams and data analyst James Hughes to help find you a few winners in the upcoming round of NRL action, while picking apart the thoughts of one of rugby league's sharpest minds in the ex-Raider. This week:- Results- Topic, left side, strong side- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 23 NRL tips

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 23

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 05:02:05 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's Round 23 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- H2H finals: Five must-haves to stay alive- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 117: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 23

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:51:36 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Topic - Rogue early season strategy* Hail Mary super POD* Hot topics - Sit v starts, load on Roosters?* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 28: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 23

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 07:26:16 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (270th overall), 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and Charlie Dadds chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Injury woes - De Goey, Bont, Hewett* State League wrap* Looking back on 2022 key SuperCoach decisions* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 22

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 23:32:10 GMT

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 22

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 05:01:43 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's Round 22 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Halfback analysis- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 27: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 22

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 04:08:41 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (322nd overall), journalist Dylan Bolch and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Injury woes - Hewett, Rozee, Grundy* Cripps conundrum* State League wrap* Looking back on 2022 key SuperCoach decisions* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Episode 116: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 22

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 09:09:15 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Nick Moon are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Fixture analysis - Hardest, softest draws* Hail Mary super POD* Hot topics - Cold on Panthers? Latrell a must?* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 21

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:52:10 GMT

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Episode 115: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 21

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 03:00:19 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Cleary replacements - Ranking the best moves* True player ownership data* Hot topics - Time to sell Penrith stars?* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 21

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 21:06:42 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's Round 21 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Head-to-head finals- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 26: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 21

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 23:56:24 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (268th overall) and Charlie Dadds chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Injury woes - Hewett, Treloar, Bont etc.* To chase Marshall, Himmelberg?* State League wrap* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 20

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 23:19:01 GMT

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 20

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 05:03:07 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's Round 20 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Five-eighth positional deep dive- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 114: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 20

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 09:46:03 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* True player ownership data* POD, Anti-POD plays* Hot topics - Haas a must? Teddy v Trell?* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 25: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 20

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 02:05:38 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (488th overall) and Charlie Dadds chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Injury carnage* Importance of Steele, Stewart* State League wrap* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 19

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 23:40:28 GMT

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 19

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 06:24:12 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property.In this week's Round 19 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Trade numbers among top ranked teams- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 113: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 19

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 09:16:16 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Chasing ranks, how to make up ground?* True player ownership data* Hot topics - Rating the Papenhuyzen replacements* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 24: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 19

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:15:55 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Charlie Dadds, journalist Dylan Bolch and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Underperforming M8's, replacements* Rookie downgrades, premo watch* State League wrap* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 18

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:49:56 GMT

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 18

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 01:00:39 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams - brought to you by Blue Wealth Property. In this week's Round 18 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Run home major targets- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 112: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 18

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 09:00:51 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (107th overall), 2019 champion Dez Creek (609th) and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy (1,110th) are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* With COVID/resting threat, do we reassess depth strategy?* POD/Anti-POD play* Hot topics - Run home must-haves, Latrell v Teddy etc.* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 23: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 18

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 04:41:44 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (450th overall), journalist Dylan Bolch and Charlie Dadds chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Injury news, SC impact* Dual position updates* Oliver options* State League wrap* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 17

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 05:44:30 GMT

The Half-Backed Podcast links former Canberra halfback Sam Williams, journalist Tim Williams and data analyst James Hughes to help find you a few winners in the upcoming round of NRL action, while picking apart the thoughts of one of rugby league's sharpest minds in the ex-Raider. This week:- Introductions- Lock of the week- Value bet- Hail Mary play- Sam's Round 17 NRL tips

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 17

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:18:16 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 17 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Best nuff options- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 111: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 17

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:22:17 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and last year's sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Round 17 numbers, post Origin plans* Hot topics - Latrell, Papy v Hynes skipper, etc.* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 22: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 17

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:37:23 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (450th overall), 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and journalist Dylan Bolch chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Injury news, SC impact* Hall, Rich, Jackson plans* Underperforming premos* State League wrap* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 16

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 01:52:44 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 16 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Head-to-head strategy- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 110: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 16

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 08:42:41 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (246th overall), Socceroos captain Maty Ryan and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy (2,030th) are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* SC Playbook announcements* Key news from team list Tuesday* Revised bye round strategies * Hot topics - Papenhuyzen/Munster etc.* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 21: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 16

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 01:03:43 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (432nd overall), 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics* Stewart/Jackson plans* State League wrap* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Review

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 23:23:42 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's mid-season recap edition, they discuss:- Lessons learned this season- Trade recap, best and worst so far- Run home strategy, positioning- Listener questions

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Episode 20: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 15

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 02:07:08 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (406th overall), journalist Dylan Bolch and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Trade chat, numbers* Run home plans* Fixture analysis - Hard/soft runs* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 15

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 05:51:59 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 15 edition, they discuss:- Top 150 ranked, how the boys are feeling- Key takes from team lists- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 19: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 14

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:59:59 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (503rd overall), 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and journalist Dylan Bolch chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Upgrade targets* Mid-season draftee update* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Episode 109: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 15

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:02:55 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (147th overall), Nick Moon (1,046th) and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy (2,343rd) are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Plans for Papenhuyzen* Key news from team list Tuesday* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 14

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 22:57:48 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 14 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Revised bye period strategy- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 108: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 14

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:49:49 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and last year's 6th placed finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Second bye round strategy* Key news from team list Tuesday* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 18: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 13

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:13:11 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and journalist Dylan Bolch chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Preuss, Smith, Darcy dilemmas* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 13

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:42:27 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's data analyst Adam Driussi and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 13 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- True player ownership stats- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 107: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 13

Tue, 31 May 2022 09:53:22 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:* Updated bye planning strategy* Game-by-game targets/avoids* POD/Anti-POD plays* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 17: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 12

Tue, 31 May 2022 00:20:46 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, Dylan Bolch and Charlie Dadds chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Dual position changes* Round 12 bye strategy* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 12

Wed, 25 May 2022 02:31:23 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 12 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Bye period POD plays- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 106: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 12

Tue, 24 May 2022 09:25:24 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Key news from team list Tuesday - Archives - The call that confirmed Dez's 2019 title - NRL SuperCoach hot topics - Trades and skipper plans - Listener questions

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Episode 16: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 11

Tue, 24 May 2022 00:45:07 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (980th overall), 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and Charlie Dadds chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Newly added dual position players* Bye-planning* Cogs/Butters* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 11

Wed, 18 May 2022 00:50:13 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 11 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Bye planning, Round 13 major targets- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 105: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 11

Tue, 17 May 2022 09:46:51 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Key news from team list Tuesday - Long-term trading/boosting tactics  - NRL SuperCoach hot topics - Trades and skipper plans - Listener questions

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Episode 15: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 10

Mon, 16 May 2022 23:40:10 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Steele / PODs / trading premos* How many Dogs is too many?* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 10

Tue, 10 May 2022 23:57:34 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 10 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Who's the number one Papenhuyzen replacement?- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 104: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 10

Tue, 10 May 2022 08:33:33 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Key news from team list Tuesday - Bye planning/Origin period deep dive - NRL SuperCoach hot topics - Trades and skipper plans - Listener questions

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Episode 14: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 9

Mon, 09 May 2022 23:14:04 GMT

Episode 14: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 9 by Tim Williams

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Episode 103: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 9

Tue, 03 May 2022 11:35:54 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, former 9th placed finisher Michael Fisher and Nick Moon (1,056th overall)are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Key news from team list Tuesday - Bye round trade targets - NRL SuperCoach hot topics - Trades and skipper plans - Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 9

Tue, 03 May 2022 09:06:02 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 9 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Bye prep, tactics to ready for Origin period- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 13: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 8

Mon, 02 May 2022 23:58:07 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Downgrade/upgrade plan* 'Out of the Box' plays* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Episode 102: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 8

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 04:57:32 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and 2021 sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week’s podcast, the crew discuss:- Key news from team list Tuesday- Bumper cheapie crop, attack cash generation or points?- NRL SuperCoach hot topics- Trades and skipper plans- Listener questions

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Episode 12: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 7

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:11:50 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds (899th overall), 2021 runner-up Steve Nikolovski and journalist Dylan Bolch chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Grundy/Butters* Bye planning prep* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 8

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 08:48:44 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 8 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Major talking points - Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 101: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 7

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 11:50:59 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021 sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and 91st placed getter the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Cleary/Teddy dilemmas* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 11: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 6

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 09:29:00 GMT

Episode 11: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 6 by Tim Williams

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 7

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 08:24:19 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 7 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Major talking points (Guru's meteoric rise)- Trade/captaincy plans- Listener questions

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Episode 100: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 6

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 04:26:40 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and Max Bryden are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Adjusting 2022 strategies* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 6

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 02:55:14 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.With Tim Williams rubbed out for the week by the judiciary, The Guru takes control to recap Round 5 SuperCoach action, and look ahead to the Round 6 trade plans.

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Episode 10: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 5

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 23:52:28 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, the SC Bandit and Charlie Dadds chat all things SuperCoach ahead of Round 5.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Big topics * Ruck dilemmas* Taggers* Maxed out rooks* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 5

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:03:17 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.With Tim Williams rubbed out for the week by the judiciary, The Guru takes control to recap Round 4 SuperCoach action, and look ahead to the Round 5 trade plans.

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Episode 99: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 5

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:00:30 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and runner-up Walson Carlos are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Dual position player additions* Trade priorities - Stellar crop of key buys* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 9: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 4

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:38:47 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach ahead of Round 4.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Mid premos* Premo ruckmen* Carlton's emergence* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 4

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:26:14 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.With Tim Williams rubbed out for the week by the judiciary, The Guru takes control to recap Round 3 SuperCoach action, and look ahead to the Round 4 trade plans.

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Episode 98: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 4

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:54:15 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2021 sixth placed getter Clementine Cassidy and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Planning ahead - Grim reality behind future trade plans* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 8: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 3

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 22:41:08 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach ahead of Round 3.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Weekend hot topics, rooks, must-haves, ruck woes* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 3

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 21:58:23 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 3 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Trade strategy- Trade/captaincy talk- Listener questions

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Episode 97: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 3

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 08:54:19 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Are the days of monster scores over, how to react?* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Episode 7: SC Playbook AFL podcast

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:06:01 GMT

In the seventh edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach ahead of Round 2.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Weekend wrap + injury/cheapie watch* Punting plays* Trades/skipper plans * Listener questions

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Episode 96: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 2

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:27:19 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Key news from team list Tuesday* Adam's player ownership stats* NRL SuperCoach hot topics* Trades and skipper plans* Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:36:06 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's Round 2 edition, they discuss:- Key takes from team lists- Short-term trade strategy- Trade talk- Listener questions

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Episode 6: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 1

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 23:06:20 GMT

In the sixth edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach ahead of Round 1.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Practice match news + injury/cheapie watch* Team reveals* Punting plays* Captains and vice-captains* Listener questions

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Episode 95: SC Playbook NRL podcast

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 11:14:30 GMT

In the latest episode of the NRL season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos, and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Hot topics out of team list Tuesday* Team chats - Critiquing our Round 1 SuperCoach squads* Punting plays* Listener questions

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Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 08:02:43 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits the Rugby League Guru and SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's episode, they discuss Team List Tuesday in-depth, the biggest day on the SuperCoach calendar and what it means for our teams.

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Episode 5: SC Playbook AFL podcast

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:48:59 GMT

In the fifth edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Pre-season practice match reviews, injury/cheapie watch* The Big Questions - What's puzzling your team?* Punting play of the week* Hottest takes of 2022* Listener questions

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Episode 94: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 07:25:06 GMT

In the fifth episode of the NRL pre-season, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and Quantium CEO Adam Driussi are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's team special podcast, the crew discuss:* Club analysis – Panthers, Broncos, Roosters, Dragons, Titans and Warriors* Adam's team dilemmas* Punting plays

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 22:01:54 GMT

Beers & Breakevens pits the Rugby League Guru and SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's episode, they discuss:- Trial recaps - SuperCoach talking points- Fullbacks - Papy's fitness clouds number ones- Halfbacks - Cleary questions, where to from here?

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Episode 4: SC Playbook AFL podcast

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 01:04:11 GMT

In the fourth edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and the SC Bandit chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Pre-season practice match reviews* Positional analysis - Forwards* Punting play of the week* Listener questions

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Episode 93: SC Playbook NRL podcast

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 00:41:48 GMT

In the fourth episode of the NRL pre-season, 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Week one trial review - SuperCoach talking points* Club analysis – Sea Eagles, Eels, Tigers* Listener questions

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Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 22:13:51 GMT

Introducing the latest NRL SuperCoach podcast to hit the airways, Beers & Breakevens pits the Rugby League Guru and SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams together to help you nail your 2022 teams.In this week's episode, they discuss:- Tim's team - Locks and dilemmas- To Turbo or not?- Guru's Draft Day - Strategy - Can players match their huge price tags?

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Episode 3: SC Playbook AFL podcast

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 23:35:30 GMT

In the third edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and SC expert Dylan Bolch chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Pre-season storylines - Practice match focus* Positional analysis - Rucks* Punting play of the week* Convince Me - Make a case

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Episode 2: SC Playbook AFL podcast

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:47:12 GMT

In the second edition of the SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and Dylan Bolch (390th '21) chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Review: What did and didn't work for last year's runner-up?* Positional analysis - Midfield* Punting play of the week* Fixture analysis - breaking down the 2022 draw

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Episode 92: SC Playbook NRL podcast

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 04:15:27 GMT

In our third episode of the pre-season, Actuary Adam Driussi, Brien Seeney (NRL Physio) and 2020 SC runner-up Tim Williams are on deck to chat all things SuperCoach NRL.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Data breakdown - Lessons to take from 2021* Club analysis – Bulldogs and Sharks* Injury watch - NRL Physio's expert insights* Listener questions

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Episode 91: SC Playbook NRL podcast

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:58:39 GMT

In the second episode of the NRL pre-season, 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Squad approach - Rule changes, fresh tactics* Club analysis – Rabbitohs, Cowboys, Raiders* Topsport Punting Plays* Listener questions

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Episode 1: SC Playbook AFL podcast

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 10:27:38 GMT

In our inaugural SC Playbook AFL podcast, host Eddie Dadds, 2021 overall runner-up Steve Nikolovski and Dylan Bolch (390th '21) chat all things SuperCoach.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach rule changes - Impact on the game* SCPB - Who we are, what's in store for 2022* Positional analysis - Defence* Point of difference plays* Punting play of the week

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Episode 90: SC Playbook NRL podcast

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 00:50:02 GMT

In our first episode of the NRL pre-season, 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, and last year's 91st placed finisher the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things NRL SuperCoach.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* What’s in store for SCPB in 2022?* Trbojevic/Cleary debate - Pay up or spend elsewhere?* Club analysis – Storm and Knights* Fixture analysis* POD/Anti-POD plays* Topsport Punting Plays

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Episode 89: SC Playbook podcast

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 03:16:57 GMT

In the season finale of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken (ranked 138th), Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden (ranked 1,510th) and Tim Williams (ranked 101st) cover Round 13, and drop their BBL11 awards.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Round 13 - Trades and skippers* Season recap - Lessons, best/worst trades, pivotal moments* Awards - Winners for each major category* Social questions

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Episode 88: SC Playbook podcast

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 02:05:56 GMT

In the latest edition of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken (ranked 197th), Michael Fisher (ranked 37th) and Tim Williams (ranked 230th) get stuck into all things SuperCoach, covering the upcoming Rounds 11 and 12.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Revised draw - attacking the new SuperCoach schedule* Teams on the double game analysis - Stars, Renegades, Strikers* POD, anti-POD plays* Differentiation - How to find an edge on rivals?* Trades/skippers

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Episode 87: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 06:16:08 GMT

In the latest edition of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken, the high-flying SC Spy, Tim Williams, and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden get stuck into all things SuperCoach, covering the upcoming Round 9 and 10.Please note that since recording the BBL and therefore SuperCoach draw has changed, with Round 9 now seeing the Heat now on the double game week, and the Scorchers on the single game week. Take this into consideration while listening.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Mid-season strategy review* Teams on the double game analysis - Strikers, Hurricanes, Thunder* POD, anti-POD plays* Trades/skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 86: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 04:02:34 GMT

In the latest edition of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, Michael Fisher (ranked 14th overall), Tim Williams (ranked 775th), and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden (ranked 336th) get stuck into all things SuperCoach, covering the upcoming Round 7 and 8.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Tactics - Assessing effective strategies in the season thus far* Stars Round 8 double game week analysis* Hurricanes - Who to hold and sell* POD, anti-POD plays* Trades/skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 85: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 03:57:39 GMT

In the latest edition of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken (ranked 1,464th), Tim Williams (ranked 393rd), and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden (ranked 191st) get stuck into all things SuperCoach, covering the upcoming Round 5 and 6.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* How to attack the single game week* Hurricanes/Heat Round 6 double game week analysis* Josh Philippe - Hold or cash in?* POD, anti-POD plays* Topsport offer!* Trades/skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 84: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:42:28 GMT

In the latest edition of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken, Tim Williams, the SC Spy (ranked 273rd) and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden (ranked 195th) get stuck into all things SuperCoach, covering the upcoming Round 4.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Guns analysis - who you need going forward* Scorchers double game week analysis* POD, anti-POD plays* Trades/skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 83: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 09:41:15 GMT

In the latest edition of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, experts Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden get stuck into all things SuperCoach, covering upcoming Rounds 2 and 3.In this week's podcast, the crew discuss:* Players to emerge out of the opening round* Strikers/Stars double game week analysis* POD, anti-POD plays* Trades/skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 82: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 08:05:26 GMT

In the final edition of our Big Bash pre-season podcast, SuperCoach experts Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden get stuck into all things SuperCoach.In the final episode of the pre-season, the crew discuss:* How many double game week players to start with?* Who are the must-haves?* Assessing credentials of the top owned players* Team talk - breaking down our SC squad announcements* Listener questions

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Episode 81: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 23:23:55 GMT

In the third of our Big Bash pre-season podcasts, BBL09 champion Thommo Aitken, SuperCoach expert Tim Williams and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden get stuck into all things SuperCoach.In the third episode of the new season, the crew discuss:* Squad breakdowns: Stars, Renegades, Scorchers* Bargain buys: Cheapies to target* Predictions: Winner, top run-scorer, wicket-taker* Listener questions

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Episode 80: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 01:26:38 GMT

In the second of our Big Bash pre-season podcasts, SC BBL09 champion Thommo Aitken, SuperCoach expert Tim Williams and Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden get stuck into all things SuperCoach.In the second episode of the new season, the crew discuss:* Squad breakdowns: Heat, Strikers, Hurricanes* International analysis: Key series impacting availability* POD/anti-POD plays* Listener questions

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Episode 79: SC Playbook podcast, BBL pre-season

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 01:12:43 GMT

In the first of our Big Bash pre-season podcasts, Tim Williams, the SC Spy and newest SC Playbook contributor Max Bryden get stuck into all things SuperCoach.In the first episode of the new season, the crew discuss:* Squad breakdowns: Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder* Fixture analysis: Managing the double game weeks and byes* Roster watch: Teams with spots to fill* POD/anti-POD plays

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Episode 78: SC Playbook podcast, season recap

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:40:07 GMT

In episode 78 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek (1,269th overall), 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (433rd overall) and the SC Spy (95th overall) review the NRL SuperCoach season.In the season's final episode, the crew discuss:* Season review - What went right and wrong?* How did SuperCoach change this year?* What lessons were learnt from the 2021 SuperCoach season?* SuperCoach awards - Team of the Year

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Episode 77: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:01:39 GMT

In episode 77 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (ranked 640th), the high-flying SC Spy (ranked 147th) and stat man Adam Driussi (ranked 2,698th) assess NRL SuperCoach Round 25.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Stats - How many players will SC squads field this week?* Hail Mary skipper options* DCE v Cleary* Punting plays* Our trades and captains* Listener questions

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Episode 76: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 09:00:27 GMT

In episode 76 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek (ranked 1,342nd), 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (ranked 496th) and the high-flying SC Spy (ranked 129th) assess NRL SuperCoach Round 24.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Restings - Who may sit out next round?* Nathan Cleary - Trade in at what expense?* Fullbacks - Hold or sell Gutho/Ponga?* Sit v starts* What score is needed for VC loophole with Trbojevic facing the Bulldogs?* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 75: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:17:35 GMT

In episode 75 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and Socceroos goalkeeper and SuperCoach fanatic Maty Ryan assess NRL SuperCoach Round 23.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Should we get more trades in 2022?* Hot topics – All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 23* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 74: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 09:14:03 GMT

In episode 74 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek (ranked 1,459th), 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (ranked 942nd) and stat man Adam Driussi (ranked 1,747th) assess NRL SuperCoach Round 22.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Squad numbers - Adam's stats tell us how many players on average teams will field this week* Hot topics – All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 22* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 73: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 09:03:00 GMT

In episode 73 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (ranked 967th), the SC Spy (ranked 256th) and Nick Moon assess NRL SuperCoach Round 21.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Captaincy choices - Turbo v Storm throws decision wide open* Hot topics – All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 21* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 72: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:21:09 GMT

In episode 72 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek (ranked 1,358th), 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (ranked 1,327th) and the SC Spy (ranked 543rd) are joined by special guest Brien Seeney, 'the NRL Physio', to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 20.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Injury analysis - NRL Physio's verdict on expected return of absent players (Johnston, Fonua-Blake, To'o etc), including a major word of warning on Nathan Cleary* Hot topics – All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 20* POD and Anti-POD plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 71: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:39:53 GMT

In episode 71 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek (ranked 1,478th), 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (ranked 1,165th) and the SC Spy (ranked 506th) are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 19.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Fixture analysis - Teams to target/avoid for the run home* Hot topics – All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 19* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 70: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:32:05 GMT

In episode 70 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 18.In this week’s episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Fullbacks - Who partners Tom Trbojevic on the run home?* Hot topics – All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 18* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 69: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:59:36 GMT

In episode 69 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams (ranked 1,158th), the SC Spy (ranked 320th) and our stat man Adam Driussi (ranked 1,309th) are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 17 - presented by Brett Oaten Solicitors.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Stat analysis - true player ownership + how many players SuperCoaches have this week* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 17* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays* SuperCoach Keeper League format* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 68: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 09:38:25 GMT

In episode 68 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy (ranked 298th) are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 16.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Super Trade Round - How to utilise the five trades* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 16* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 67: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:08:19 GMT

In episode 67 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy (ranked 266th) are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 15.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* Centre/wing focus - top options for run home* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 15* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 66: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 10:22:15 GMT

In episode 66 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek and 2020 runner-up Tim Williams are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 14.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* SuperCoach team news* How to approach the crucial Round 14-17 period* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 14* POD and Anti-POD plays* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 65: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 08:47:14 GMT

In episode 65 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy and Nick Moon are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 13.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Origin planning - Available players on deck, trade numbers going forward* Hold or sell? - The SuperCoach relevant Origin players to consider selling* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 64: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:43:02 GMT

In episode 64 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the high-flying SC Spy are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 12.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Origin contention - SuperCoach stars on brink of selection* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 12* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 63: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 18 May 2021 10:40:42 GMT

In episode 63 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and stat man Adam Driussi are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 11.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Bye-planning - Numbers/trades required for key rounds* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 11* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 62: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:20:51 GMT

In episode 62 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy and special guest Socceroos/Arsenal star and keen SuperCoacher Maty Ryan are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 10.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Squad depth - how vital will it be in the back end of the season with more fatigue in the game?* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 10* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 61: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 04 May 2021 10:20:32 GMT

In episode 61 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and statistics specialist Adam Driussi are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 9.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* True player ownership - following on from Adam's weekly article* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 9* POD and Anti-POD plays* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 60: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 10:42:14 GMT

In episode 60 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams, the high-flying SC Spy (ranked 267th overall) and Nick Moon are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 8.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Fullback dilemma - Who to buy and sell?* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 8* Bold predictions* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 59: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:53:46 GMT

In episode 59 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the high flying SC Spy are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 7.In this week's episode, the crew discuss:* Bye/Origin period planning* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 7* Bold predictions* Our trades and skippers* Listener questions

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Episode 58: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 11:54:10 GMT

In episode 58 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the high flying SC Spy are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 6.The crew shake up the podcast format this week, away from the regular team-by-team analysis. They discuss:* Long v short term SuperCoach strategy* Punting plays (including leaderboard)* Hot topics - All the big issues facing SuperCoaches ahead of Round 6* Bold predictions* Our trades and skippers* Listener questionsGive us feedback in the comment section below, let us know if you like the old game-by-game format or prefer the new approach.

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Episode 57: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:37:13 GMT

In episode 57 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and 2020 runner-up Tim Williams are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 5.They provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round, as well as throwing in their bold predictions and punting plays for the week.

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Episode 56: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:49:35 GMT

In episode 56 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 4.They begin with a discussion around the necessity of recruiting key Manly cheapie Josh Schuster, despite many sides already boasting stacked 5/8 positions.They then provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round, as well as throwing in their bold predictions and punting plays for the week.

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Episode 55: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 09:08:58 GMT

In episode 55 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 3.With the first price changes of the season set to occur, the crew discuss whether it's more important to target points or cash generation with this week's trades.They then provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round, as well as throwing in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 54: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:57:59 GMT

In episode 54 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and 2020 runner-up Tim Williams are on deck to assess NRL SuperCoach Round 2.The crew take a look through the best cheapie options to consider after getting our first look at their minutes and output.They then provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round, as well as throwing in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 53: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 09:04:39 GMT

It's the biggest NRL SuperCoach day of the year, with team list Tuesday providing answers to all our questions throughout the pre-season.On deck to dissect every single squad is 2019 champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy.The crew go through each side in detail, assessing the major changes at each club that'll impact our Round 1 SuperCoach selections, before answering your questions from social media during the week.

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Episode 52: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 05:27:44 GMT

In the fifth edition of the SC Playbook NRL pre-season podcast, 2019 SuperCoach runner up Walson Carlos, 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the SC Spy are on deck.The crew start off with a recap of the full card of NRL pre-season trials played over the weekend, looking at the key factors set to impact your Round 1 SuperCoach side.They then finish off our final team previews for the pre-season, starting off with in-depth breakdowns of the Broncos, Tigers, Sea Eagles and Dragons.They then jump into questions dropped on social media during the week.

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Episode 51: SC Playbook podcast

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:13:56 GMT

In the fourth edition of the SC Playbook NRL pre-season podcast, 2019 SuperCoach champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and 2020 runner-up Tim Williams are on deck.The crew start off with an all-important chat about the best cheapie options to target for Round 1, with the pros and cons of the key players.They then continue with our team previews, starting off with in-depth breakdowns of the Storm, Warriors and Bulldogs (not so in-depth), before taking a look at how Tommy Trbojevic's latest hamstring injury has impacted the fullback position.Unfortunately we had a few tech issues late in the podcast, so we were forced to cut the questions segment for the week.We'll do our best to answer extra questions in next week's podcast.

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Episode 50: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 23:20:09 GMT

In the third edition of the SC Playbook NRL pre-season podcast, 2020 NRL SuperCoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Fish are on deck.The crew start off with a chat about the need to target cash generation v points accumulation in the early stages of the season.They then continue with our team previews, starting off with in-depth breakdowns of the Knights, Titans and Sharks, before answering a host of questions from the SuperCoach faithful, and throwing in a few super PODs they're eyeing to begin the year.

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Episode 49: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 11:48:10 GMT

In the second edition of the SC Playbook NRL pre-season podcast, 2019 SuperCoach champion Dez Creek, the SC Spy and 2020 runner-up Tim Williams are on deck.The crew start off with a fixture analysis for the upcoming season, identifying the teams with strong and weak draws to begin the year based on SuperCoach points against in 2020.They then continue with our team previews, starting off with in-depth breakdowns of the Roosters, Eels and Cowboys, before answering a host of questions from the SuperCoach faithful.Join our unlimited group and take on our contributors. Code: 784746

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Episode 48: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:24:45 GMT

The SC Playbook NRL pre-season podcast is back, with 2019 NRL SuperCoach champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and 2020 runner-up Tim Williams on deck.The crew start off with the lessons they learned from a chaotic SuperCoach season in 2020.They then kick off our team previews, starting off with in-depth breakdowns of the Panthers, Raiders and Rabbitohs, before dropping their first anti-POD plays for Round 1.

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Episode 47: SC Playbook podcast

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 04:48:08 GMT

In this week's edition of the SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, Tim Williams and Michael Fisher are on deck to recap how their sides are travelling.With the regular season finished, the fellas preview the SuperCoach finals to be played over four rounds.They explain how the game works across the final rounds and talk about the key match ups to target.They analyse every remaining club, identifying the must-haves, anti-PODs and PODs at all five teams, before dropping their bold predictions for the week.They then reveal their captaincy plans heading into the upcoming round.

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Episode 46: SC Playbook podcast

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 10:51:38 GMT

In this week's extended edition of the SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, 2019/20 champion Thommo Aitken, the SC Spy and Tim Williams are on deck to recap how their sides are travelling.With the double game weeks done and dusted, and no more byes on the radar, the fellas preview the final three rounds of the regular season from Round 11-13.They analyse every club, identifying the players they're targeting for the all-important run home, along with the popular players they're avoiding, before dropping their bold predictions for the week.They then reveal their trades and captaincy plans heading into the upcoming round.

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Episode 45: SC Playbook podcast

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 02:06:05 GMT

In this week's SuperCoach Big Bash podcast 2019/20 champion and 145th ranked Thommo Aitken, Fish and Tim Williams are on deck to recap how their sides are travelling.With another quick turnaround, the fellas preview the upcoming Rounds 9 and 10!They analyse the key players from the Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Stars who have the double game in Round 10, the players who have caught their eye from outside these teams, before dropping their bold predictions for the week.They then reveal their trades and captaincy plans heading into the upcoming round.

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Episode 44: SC Playbook podcast

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 04:35:34 GMT

In this week's SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, the SC Spy, Fish and Tim Williams are on deck to recap how their sides are travelling.With another quick turnaround in rounds, the fellas preview the upcoming Rounds 7 and 8!They analyse the key players from the Sydney Thunder and Brisbane Heat who have the double game round in Round 8, the players who have caught their eye from outside these teams, before dropping their bold predictions for the week.They then reveal their trades and captaincy plans heading into the upcoming round.

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Episode 43: SC Playbook podcast

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 03:44:39 GMT

In this week's SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, last year's overall winner Thommo Aitken, the SC Spy and Tim Williams are on deck to recap how their sides are travelling after the opening five rounds.They then analyse the key players from the Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Sixers who have the double game round, before dropping their bold predictions for the week.They then reveal their trades and captaincy plans heading into Round 6.

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Episode 42: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 04:26:01 GMT

In this week's SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, last year's overall winner Thommo Aitken, debutant Michael Fisher and Tim Williams are on deck.The lads recap the stars and flops from the opening rounds, while updating how their own sides performed early on in the season.With Christmas arriving, and no double game weeks or byes for two rounds, they've discussed everything for Round 4 and 5.They chat about the players they're eyeing off and avoiding from every squad in the Big Bash.They then reveal their trades and captaincy plans heading into Round 4 and 5, as well as providing their bold predictions for the upcoming action.

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Episode 41: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:13:36 GMT

In this week's SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, last year's overall winner Thommo Aitken and Tim Williams are on deck.The lads recap the stars and flops from the opening two rounds, while updating how their own sides performed early on in the season.They look at how the new Big Bash rules are impacting SuperCoach scoring, analyse the Adelaide Strikers who have the double game week in Round 3, then provide their bold predictions for the upcoming action.They then reveal their trades and captaincy plans heading into Round 3.

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Episode 40: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 09:56:59 GMT

In this week's SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, last year's overall winner Thommo Aitken, the SC Spy and Tim Williams are on deck.The crew explain the auto-emergency rules and rolling lockout, then discuss the tough decisions they're weighing up for their Round 1 teams.They then finish our team previews, analysing the Melbourne Renegades and Adelaide Strikers, including the key players, international availability and likely starting sides.Join our SC Playbook unlimited group here: 968821

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Episode 39: SC Playbook podcast

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 01:52:44 GMT

In this week's SuperCoach Big Bash podcast, last year's overall winner and SC Playbook contributor Thommo Aitken joins the SC Spy and Tim Williams.The crew discuss the point of difference players they're eyeing off, big name options they're putting a line through and how to utilise the all-important vice-captain loophole (including the main man to help implement it).Our team previews continue, with analysis on the Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat squads, including the key players, international availability and likely starting sides.

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Episode 38: SC Playbook podcast

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 03:20:42 GMT

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Episode 37: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 23:20:03 GMT

Kicking off the first of our SuperCoach Big Bash podcasts for the season, last year's overall winner and SC Playbook contributor Thommo Aitken joins the SC Spy and Tim Williams.Thommo discusses his triumph in last year's SuperCoach season, sharing his tips and advice for taking the title.In the first of our team previews, the crew analyse the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder squads, including the key players, international availability and likely starting sides.

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Episode 36: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 09:18:10 GMT

In episode 36 of the SC Playbook podcast, the now dethroned 2019 SuperCoach champion Dez Creek, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the year that was - presented by Brett Oaten Solicitors.The crew chat about the manic final round that saw Tim crowned runner-up in the SuperCoach overall race, including all the highs and lows of the weekend.They present their awards for the season including: captain, cheapie, mid-ranger, flop and surprise packet. Many thanks to our subscribers, readers, listeners and entire SuperCoach community for their support throughout the first year for SC Playbook!

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Episode 35: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:52:31 GMT

In episode 35 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach runner-up Walson Carlos, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 20 - presented by Brett Oaten Solicitors.It's grand final week, and in typical 2020 fashion, team lists are absolutely decimated by injuries and rests.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 34: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 18:46:14 GMT

In episode 34 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach champion Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 19 - presented by Brett Oaten Solicitors.It was one of the craziest day of team lists we've witnessed in a long time, with highly popular SuperCoach players rested, suspended and injured across the competition.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 33: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 10:02:17 GMT

In episode 33 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach champion Dez Creek, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 18 - presented by Brett Oaten Solicitors.They kick things off with the hot topic of whether to hold or sell the rested Kalyn Ponga.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 32: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 08:38:15 GMT

In episode 32 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach runner-up Walson Carlos, Quantium CEO and statistics genius Adam Driussi and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 17.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 31: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 09:30:16 GMT

In episode 31 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 winner Dez Creek, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 16.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 30: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 20:08:49 GMT

In episode 30 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 15.They discuss Anti-PODs for the run home, with Payne Haas' two week suspension leaving SuperCoaches with a tough decision to make.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 29: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 04:26:19 GMT

In episode 29 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach winner Dez Creek, stat wizard Adam Driussi and Tim Williams recap the previous week’s action and look ahead to Round 14.The crew chat about Adam’s weekly SC Playbook column based around the true ownership of SuperCoach players among the top 20,000 ranked teams, including this week’s key numbers.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 28: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 11:34:00 GMT

In episode 28 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach winner Dez Creek, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 13.It was one of the most brutal editions of Team List Tuesday we've seen all year, headlined by the omission of Harry Grant to coincide with Cam Smith's injury.The trio do their best to help you through what looks like a savage round of SuperCoach.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for the upcoming round.They also discuss the teams to benefit from easy and hard draws come the final four rounds of the season, also known as head-to-head finals!They then thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 27: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:46:40 GMT

In episode 27 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach winner Dez Creek, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 12.They begin with the hooking debate which has again been reignited. Trade Harry Grant to Damien Cook/Cam Smith, or is it too sidewise?They then rank the premium options in the 2RF position which is becoming weaker by the round.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for upcoming round.They've also thrown in their bold predictions for the week.

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Episode 26: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 09:15:14 GMT

In episode 26 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach winner Dez Creek, runner-up Walson Carlos and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 11.They start with the debate surrounding the all important hooking position. Damien Cook and Cam Smith went huge in Round 10, while Api Koroisau hasn't been named for the Panthers.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for upcoming round.

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Episode 25: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 12:30:40 GMT

In episode 25 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach winner Dez Creek, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 10.The crew provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for upcoming round.

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Episode 24: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 19:20:32 GMT

In episode 24 of the SC Playbook podcast, 2019 SuperCoach runner-up Walson Carlos, the SC Spy and Tim Williams recap the previous week's action and look ahead to Round 9.The crew start with the fullback debate which has again reared its head with the sudden demise of Kalyn Ponga and rapid rise of Clint Gutherson.They then provide a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday and reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for upcoming round.

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Episode 23: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 09:10:16 GMT

Just when you thought the injury situation couldn't deepen, Round 7 arrived.The SC Spy and Tim Williams sort through the chaos to help you stabilise your (likely) depleted squad.The pair recap the weekend's action and preview SuperCoach Round 8, including a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday.They then reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for upcoming round.

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Episode 22: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 10:04:52 GMT

Injuries have struck, leaving SuperCoaches in turmoil as they look to salvage their sides following a savage weekend of NRL action.The audio attached is definitely episode 22, ignore the blip in the intro!2019 SuperCoach champion Dez Creek and runner-up Walson Carlos join Tim Williams to dig through the replacement options for the injured stars.The trio recap the weekend's action and preview SuperCoach Round 7, including a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday.They then reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for upcoming round.

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Episode 21: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 09:42:56 GMT

Three superstar fullbacks, two positions to fit them in.The question of James Tedesco v Kalyn Ponga v Tom Trbojevic is plaguing every SuperCoach this week, so who do you pick?The SC Spy has a solution to fit all three in as he joins the SC Playbook podcast alongside 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos and Tim Williams.The trio recap the weekend's action and preview SuperCoach Round 6, including a game-by-game analysis of every squad announced on Tuesday.They then reveal their trade tactics and captaincy choices for upcoming round.

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Episode 20: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 09:07:43 GMT

Between Bradman Best, Harry Grant, and the freak fullbacks available, trade priorities are tough to narrow down this week.Tim Williams is joined by 2019 SuperCoach winner Dez Creek and the SC Spy to dissect the squads from Round 5.They also give their thoughts on the fullback debacle involving Kalyn Ponga, Tom Trbojevic, James Tedesco and Ryan Papenhuyzen.They analyse each game of the round and share their trade tips and advice, including captaincy choices for the weekend.

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Episode 19: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 09:40:18 GMT

The altered NRL rules have made for a new-look SuperCoach, with the game now requiring a fresh approach.Tim Williams is joined by 2019 SuperCoach winner Dez Creek and runner-up Walson Carlos to dissect the squads from Round 4.They analyse each game of the round and share their trade tips and advice, including captaincy choices for the weekend.

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Episode 18: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 26 May 2020 09:50:05 GMT

The footy is back, SuperCoach is back and we have our first set of team lists in months.Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos to dissect a host of new-look team lists ahead of Round 3.They analyse each game of the round and share their trade tips and advice, including captaincy choices for the weekend.

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Episode 17: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 19 May 2020 08:28:27 GMT

In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, Tim Williams is joined by 2019 winner Dez Creek and runner-up Walson Carlos.The crew discuss their altered strategies with the new-look season and analyse the winners and losers from the fresh draw.They then nominate their must-have buys, best POD options and overhyped players who might flop on return.

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Episode 16: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 13 May 2020 09:09:23 GMT

In episode 16 of the SC Playbook podcast, Tim Williams and the SC Spy discuss the modified SuperCoach season ahead of the highly anticipated return.They chat about the revised tactics to utilise with no byes and a plethora of trades available.They also discuss the SuperCoach credentials of four clubs, including the Broncos, Rabbitohs, Panthers, and Sharks.

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Episode 15: SC Playbook podcast, champion's special, part two

Wed, 06 May 2020 04:23:26 GMT

In part two of the champion's special edition podcast, last year's NRL SuperCoach winner Dez Creek and runner-up Walson Carlos join host Tim Williams to reflect and analyse on their triumphant season.The guys discuss the key tactics and trade strategies that took them to the top end of the ladder.They also chat about the ridiculous circumstances that saw them link up early in the year, leading to an end of season contract.It's a must listen for everyone chasing success with the 2020 season set to resume on May 28.

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Episode 14: SC Playbook podcast, champion's special, part one

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 03:04:52 GMT

It's an invaluable edition of the SC Playbook podcast, with last year's champion Dez Creek and runner-up Walson Carlos joining host Tim Williams to reflect and analyse on their triumphant season.In part one of two, the guys discuss everything from trade strategy, to bye management and captaincy tactics.They review their most prolific title chasing moves, and the ones that almost cost them everything.They also discuss the incredible circumstances that came about that saw them aid each other's journey throughout the year.It's a must listen for everyone chasing success with the 2020 season set to resume on May 28.

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Episode 13: SC Playbook podcast

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:40:20 GMT

In episode 13 of the SC Playbook podcast, Tim Williams and the SC Spy chat about the return of the competition on May 28.They discuss the likely SuperCoach make up and tactics surrounding the competition's return, while also running an eye over a few surprising recent injury updates to key players.They also discuss the SuperCoach credentials of four clubs, including the Roosters, Tigers, Cowboys and Bulldogs.

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Episode 12: SC Playbook podcast ft Adam Elliott

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 04:20:51 GMT

In episode 12 of the SC Playbook podcast, the crew discuss the current and future landscape of SuperCoach.Canterbury Bulldogs lock Adam Elliott joins the show, chatting about his history as a gun cricketer, the club's Mad Monday incident, bushfires in his beloved home town of Tathra and clashing with England star John Bateman as a schoolboy.We also discuss the SuperCoach credentials of four clubs, including the Storm, Raiders, Titans and Dragons.

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Episode 11: SC Playbook podcast ft Jarrod Croker

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 05:15:07 GMT

In episode 11 of the SC Playbook podcast, the crew discuss the current and future landscape of SuperCoach.Canberra captain Jarrod Croker chats about the challenges ahead for the NRL and RLPA, and gives us an idea about how he and the club will prepare for an unknown future.We also discuss the SuperCoach credentials of four clubs, starting with the Eels, Knights, Sea Eagles and Warriors.Walson names his top squad to aim for on return to play with a shortened season expected.

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Episode 10: SC Playbook podcast

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 03:34:27 GMT

In this week's episode of the SC Playbook podcast, Tim Williams is joined by 2019 SuperCoach champion Dez Creek and the SC Spy.The crew discuss the SuperCoach implications of the delayed NRL season, and recap Round 2.

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Episode nine: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:27:07 GMT

In episode nine of the SC Playbook podcast, former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach writer Tim Williams is joined by 2019 classic overall winner Dez Creek and the SC Spy.The crew discuss the major changes from the Round 2 team announcements, and assess the opening week of NRL SuperCoach action.Dez shares his trade management strategy that helped him claim the overall crown last season.They then share the trades they're eyeing off this week, before answering questions sent in from SuperCoaches on social media.

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Episode eight: SC Playbook podcast

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 08:28:41 GMT

In episode eight of the SC Playbook podcast, former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach writer Tim Williams is joined by 2019 classic overall runner-up Walson Carlos.After the gruelling off-season wait, NRL SuperCoach fans have finally arrived at the all-important team list Tuesday.The pair discuss every key in and out of every squad ahead of Round 1, providing their insights into how each selection will impact the SuperCoach scene.

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Episode seven: SC Playbook pre-season podcast

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 12:17:37 GMT

In episode seven of the SC Playbook pre-season podcast, former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach writer Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and 2019 champion Dez Creek.In this week's show, the crew discuss the SuperCoach takes from the eight NRL trial fixtures.They then chat about the difficulty of team management with so few cheapies on offer that's plaguing squads ahead of Round 1.With mid-rangers seemingly the hype of 2020, they pick the five that are on their radar in a bid to gain an edge on rivals.

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Episode six: SC Playbook pre-season podcast

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 13:22:30 GMT

In episode six of the SC Playbook pre-season podcast, former Daily Telegraph Supercoach writer Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and 2019 runner-up Walson Carlos.The crew dissect the SuperCoach implications to come out of the entire weekend of NRL trial action, including the World Club Challenge, All Stars clash and club games.They delve into the SuperCoach ramifications of the week's NRL news, including the ACL injury to Matt Lodge and how it'll impact the Broncos forward rotation.They also discuss the vital front-row forward position, analysing every key player in the position in 2020.

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Episode five: SC Playbook pre-season podcast

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 13:23:09 GMT

In episode five of the SC Playbook pre-season podcast, former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach writer Tim Williams is joined by 2019 SuperCoach classic overall champion Dez Creek and runner-up Walson Carlos.The crew get stuck into the SuperCoach ramifications of the week’s NRL news, including injuries to key players that could turn Round 1 teams on their head.They then discuss their takes from the Perth Nines and evaluate every key player in the absolutely stacked second-row position.After last year’s domination, Dez and Walson reveal their approach to bye planning from the start of the season.

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Episode four: SC Playbook pre-season podcast

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 12:18:58 GMT

In episode four of the SC Playbook pre-season podcast, former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach writer Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and 2019 SuperCoach classic overall champion Dez Creek who makes his first appearance for the year.Dez gives us an insight into what's required to win the overall prize, including his unique strategy, in particular the need to focus on points rather than cash generation when making a trade.The crew then take and in-depth look at every five-eighth contender for Round 1.

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Episode three: SC Playbook pre-season pod

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 15:09:36 GMT

Former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach writer Tim Williams is joined by 2019 overall runner-up Walson Carlos and the SC Spy for the third episode of the SC Playbook podcast.The crew assess all the SuperCoach ramifications of the week's NRL news, including the injury to star Raiders back-rower John Bateman.They then discuss the varying importance of weighing in on a player's upcoming fixtures, followed by an in-depth look at every key option in the centre/wing position in 2020.

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Episode two: SC Playbook pre-season podcast

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 07:09:23 GMT

Former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach writer Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy for the second episode of the SC Playbook podcast.The guys discuss all the recent news within the game that's set to have SuperCoach ramifications, starting with the delayed return of Knights young gun Phoenix Crossland.They also go in-depth on the vital halfback and hooking positions, assessing every key player in 2020.

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Episode one: SC Playbook pre-season

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 13:54:34 GMT

Introducing the first episode of the SC Playbook podcast.In the opening episode, founder and former Daily Telegraph SuperCoach expert Tim Williams sits down with the SC Spy to discuss the inspiration for the SC Playbook website and what it has to offer in 2020, including the host of high-profile contributors on board.The guys then discuss all things NRL SuperCoach pre-season, including the fullback dilemma, first players picked, and potential Round 1 PODs.You can also find us on Apple Podcasts at: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sc-playbook/id1496277296

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