SC Playbook aims to provide expert NRL and Big Bash SuperCoach insights and analysis across Classic, head-to-head and Draft formats. SuperCoach experts, past overall champions and NRL stars combine to deliver daily content throughout the season. You can also find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify at SC Playbook.
Half-Backed podcast: Injury can't stop King Cleary creating history
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 final07:50 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 again26:00 Moral of the week: State Cup special to deliver cash to kids footy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 23 seconds
Playbook Breakdown: Stat attack, stop Grant, stop Storm, GF blueprints
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/3/2024 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Mouth-watering value on superstar Sua'ali'i
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.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:03:10 Last week's results: Not troubling the scorers06:40 Finals week three bets: Panthers v Sharks line splits boys21:50 Moral of the week: One away from big donation24:50 Sam's finals week three tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 30 seconds
Playbook Breakdown: Stat attack, how to stop Panthers and Storm
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 key03:10 Storm v Roosters18:10 Panthers v Sharksy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/25/2024 • 39 minutes, 15 seconds
Playbook Breakdown: NRL finals week two stat attack
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.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 key02:40 Sharks v Cowboys19:00 Roosters v Sea Eagles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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.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:02:50 Last week's results: Sam closes the gap08:00 How Sam would stop inevitable Storm, Panthers grand final15:30 Finals week two bets: In Val we trust30:40 Moral of the week: Seibold's mind games cost kids32:00 Sam's finals week two tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/19/2024 • 36 minutes, 45 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Roast of Tim's 2024 team trades
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/18/2024 • 54 minutes, 31 seconds
#212: SC Playbook, NRL Supercoach Team of the Year Awards
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/17/2024 • 32 minutes, 17 seconds
Playbook Breakdown: NRL finals week one stat attack
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 key02:30 Panthers v Roosters16:45 Storm v Sharks34:30 Cowboys v Knights47:00 Bulldogs v Sea Eagles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/12/2024 • 59 minutes, 51 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Turbo charged week of finals
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.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:03:10 Last week's results: Jimmy's unstoppable model06:30 Finals week one bets: Sharks head start tempts the boys24:20 Moral of the week: Country kids to wait another week27:10 Sam's finals week one tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/12/2024 • 30 minutes, 22 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Roast of Guru's 2024 team trades
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/11/2024 • 47 minutes, 31 seconds
#211: SC Playbook, yearly review show
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 snip08:10 How'd you go? Best/worst trades33:20 What we learned in 202457:10 Proposed rule changes for 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/10/2024 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 53 seconds
Weekly wrap: Hughes, Teddy cap stellar seasons in style
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/8/2024 • 41 minutes, 46 seconds
Listener Q+A: Lesson learnt, reevaluating bye period strategy
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/5/2024 • 31 minutes, 32 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Knights set for finals footy
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.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:04:40 Last week's results: Fill ups all round as Manly deliver10:00 Round 27 bets: Knights set for finals footy26:10 Moral of the week: Cudgen Hornets clubhouse29:30 Sam's Round 27 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/5/2024 • 33 minutes, 51 seconds
The Late Show: Super POD edition, Sivo's day out
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 2 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Hail Mary sent to left-field fullbacks
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 treble16:30 Team list analysis: Roosters injuries cause chaos27:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Hail Mary Sivo40:00 Round 27 trades: Super POD fullbacks catch the eye56:15 Captaincy plays: Fun with Fuller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/4/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 36 seconds
#210: SC Playbook, surviving the final hurdle
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 Storm12:30 Highest scoring players to end the season28:50 Rando's stat deep dive: 2024's most improved, biggest regressors37:00 Round 27 trade plans and captains39:00 Questions: Who's the best Walker and Turbo replacements? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/3/2024 • 48 minutes, 19 seconds
Weekly wrap: Walker woes headline chaotic weekend
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/1/2024 • 35 minutes, 47 seconds
Listener Q+A: Is selling Tommy Turbo lunacy?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/29/2024 • 21 minutes, 30 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Value galore in Manly flyers
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.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:02:30 Last week's results: Lucas the gift that keeps giving08:10 Round 26 bets: Manly try-scorers catch the eye20:10 Moral of the week: Sam fights for country kids24:20 Sam's Round 26 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/29/2024 • 33 minutes, 42 seconds
The Late Show: Penrith switch to ignite flyer
Uncertainty over Penrith's line-up could open the door for a flyer to finish the season as one of the top scoring players.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/28/2024 • 16 minutes, 3 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Nicho's last laugh
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 crows08:50 Team list analysis: All eyes on Curran28:20 Tim's stat deep dive: Roll dice on Nicho42:10 Round 26 trades: Simply the Best54:50 Captaincy plays: Ponga appeal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/28/2024 • 58 minutes, 8 seconds
#209: SC Playbook, Lomax holds key to grand final glory
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 flag09:40 Team lists: Storm rest, Curran, Plath concerns25:00 Dez Q+A: Lessons learned in 2024, what worked, what didn't37:35 Highest scoring players to claim GF glory50:20 Hot topics: Trade Turbo to Ponga?53:00 Round 26 trade plans and captains57:10 Questions: Hooker, 5/8 priority picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/27/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 6 seconds
Weekly wrap: Turbo takes points in fullback battle
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/25/2024 • 31 minutes, 49 seconds
Listener Q+A: Does Chief Luai hold all the answers?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/22/2024 • 34 minutes, 37 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: SJ's farewell to inspire Warriors upset
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.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:03:30 Last week's results: Margin narrows between the boys07:10 Round 25 bets: Up the Wahs20:30 Moral of the week: How to get your club cash23:00 Sam's Round 25 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/22/2024 • 25 minutes, 55 seconds
The Late Show: Young v Lomax for the run home?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/21/2024 • 15 minutes, 20 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Adding the Cherry on top
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, barely07:20 Team list analysis: Key outs create hooking dramas14:50 Tim's stat deep dive: Cherry on top, Edwards the super POD28:00 Round 25 trades: Cleary replacements43:40 Captaincy plays: Teddy v Turbo debate, again... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/21/2024 • 50 minutes, 55 seconds
#208: SC Playbook, who replaces injured Cleary?
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 concern10:00 Team lists: Popular players ruled out14:10 Who replaces Nathan Cleary?39:20 Hot topics: Ranking the premium CTW candidates49:30 Round 25 trade plans and captains57:10 Questions: What to do with no hooker available? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/20/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 18 seconds
Weekly wrap: Cleary injury rocks run home
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/18/2024 • 37 minutes, 19 seconds
Listener Q+A: Sleepless nights over sit v starts
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/15/2024 • 29 minutes, 48 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Teddy to terrorise wounded Eels
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?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:02:00 Last week's results: Raining Hail Mary's06:00 Round 24 bets: Teddy set for night out19:30 Moral of the week: Putting Jimmy to shame21:30 Sam's Round 24 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/15/2024 • 26 minutes, 38 seconds
The Late Show: Waving goodbye to Jahrome
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/14/2024 • 12 minutes, 58 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Lomax ready to breathe fire
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 stretch08:00 Team list analysis: Stars return for high-flying clubs29:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Lomax ready to breathe fire39:30 Round 24 trades: All-in on rampaging Roosters01:00:40 Captaincy plays: Teddy v Turbo debate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/14/2024 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 20 seconds
#207: SC Playbook, Joey Manu's personal plea to Tim
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 charge08:30 Team lists: Big guns return16:50 Finding this year's late season Tolutau Koula29:00 Dude's playing with dudes, player combos40:40 Hot topics: Manu's plea to Tim55:10 Round 24 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains58:40 Questions: Sit v starts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/13/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 51 seconds
Weekly wrap: Turbo, Ponga catch fire
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/11/2024 • 32 minutes, 4 seconds
Listener Q+A: Solving fullback headaches for run home
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/8/2024 • 32 minutes, 8 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: KP to lead Knights to a Sunday special
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?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:03:00 Last week's results: Sharkies help Sam narrow the gap07:00 Round 23 bets: Sea Eagles to spoil Raiders old boy's day22:00 Moral of the week: Hughesy the coward25:30 Sam's Round 23 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/8/2024 • 32 minutes, 10 seconds
The Late Show: Timing isn't right for firing Lomax
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/7/2024 • 12 minutes, 28 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Haas owners send Tapine a front-row SOS
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 fortune09:10 Team list analysis: Nervous wait on highly owned stars25:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Time for Tapine?39:30 Round 23 trades: Left-field Haas replacement56:30 Captaincy plays: Avoiding Nathan Cleary Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/7/2024 • 59 minutes, 30 seconds
#206: SC Playbook, is Ponga primed to explode?
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 Johnson10:20 Team lists: Injuries leave Supercoaches reeling19:20 Head-to-head finals strategy29:00 Best Payne Haas FRF replacements48:00 Hot topics: Tedesco and Young lead sell list01:03:40 Round 23 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:10:50 Questions: Kiraz v Lomax for the run home Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/6/2024 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 57 seconds
Weekly wrap: Haas headlines horror injury list
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/4/2024 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Can Big Papa's 300th inspire Belmore boilover?
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.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:02:20 Last week's results: Null and void05:20 Moral of the week: Cash flows to country footy09:15 Round 22 bets: Can Big Papa's 300th inspire upset?22:30 Sam's Round 22 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/1/2024 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Listener Q+A: Patience on Penrith-bound Ponga
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/1/2024 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds
The Late Show: Has Isaako ran his final race for Supercoaches?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/31/2024 • 15 minutes, 37 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Bomber Burton set to explode
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 closes09:00 Team list analysis: Manu’s awkward timing21:30 Tim's stat deep dive: All eyes on Scotty 2 Hottie33:30 Round 22 trades: Munster v Burton52:45 Captaincy plays: Vice opportunities loom large Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/31/2024 • 57 minutes, 5 seconds
#205: SC Playbook, unleashing Mad Dog Munster ft 2nd overall
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 show09:00 Team lists: Go early on Manu or wait?25:00 Winny question and answer44:40 Hot topics: Cut ties with May and Isaako?59:50 Round 22 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:08:30 Questions: Spy's Val conundrum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/30/2024 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 25 seconds
Weekly wrap: Teddy's timely reminder in battle of elite No.1s
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/28/2024 • 44 minutes, 3 seconds
Listener Q+A: Has Terrell show come to a close?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/25/2024 • 36 minutes, 42 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Wahs to feast on wounded Tigers
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?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:03:00 Last week's results: Tim's all-time lock lobs07:00 Round 21 bets: Warriors to maul Tigers22:00 Moral of the week: Now or never for country kids24:20 Sam's Round 21 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/25/2024 • 31 minutes, 10 seconds
The Late Show: Is Gus Crichton really a must-have?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/24/2024 • 14 minutes, 55 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: The case against Turbo charging
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 times08:55 Team list analysis: Cash grab emerges at Panthers, Munster eyes return16:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Bringing the Payne29:20 Round 21 trades: The case against Turbo44:00 Captaincy plays: Has Cleary done enough for the armband?The property cycle explained, webinar, Tuesday 30th July, 12:30pm. RSVP: https://shorturl.at/Bf3qG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/24/2024 • 46 minutes, 28 seconds
#204: SC Playbook, run home point of difference picks
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 HQ11:35 Team lists: RTS the No.116:30 Point of difference pick-ups40:30 Hot topics: Hold or sell Jayden Campbell?53:50 Round 21 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:02:20 Questions: Who to sell for Nathan Cleary? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/21/2024 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Listener Q+A: Ola or goodbye to Manly enforcer?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/18/2024 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds
The Late Show: Super POD edition, Papy the forgotten fullback
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?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 this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/18/2024 • 20 minutes, 58 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Storm to roast Chooks among Origin aftermath
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.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:02:10 Last week's results: Boys sizzle after Origin fill-up05:40 Origin recap: Bench selections prove pivotal14:00 Round 20 bets: Storm to roast Chooks25:45 Moral of the week: Cash in on Sea Eagles flyers27:00 Sam's Round 20 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/18/2024 • 31 minutes, 1 second
Beers & Breakevens: Why Watson's the hooking hero
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 arrogance08:40 Team list analysis: Injured Dog gives prop another life22:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Watson the No.1 hooker36:00 Round 20 trades: It's time to boost48:10 Captaincy plays: Follow the Sea Eagles attacking weapons?Wealthy through property webinar, Tuesday 23rd July, 7pm. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3ztV3tR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/17/2024 • 51 minutes, 51 seconds
#203: SC Playbook, getting trigger happy on Cleary?
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 up08:50 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 captains01:09:28 Questions: Chris Randall a cheap Connor Watson? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/16/2024 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 53 seconds
Weekly wrap: Is terrific Turbo the No.1 to take us home?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/14/2024 • 42 minutes, 44 seconds
Listener Q+A: Left-field halves emerge for run home
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/11/2024 • 40 minutes, 39 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Titans to feast on battered Eels
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 bad9:55 Round 19 bets: Bunnies flyer set to feast29:00 Moral of the week: Jimmy hates country kids31:00 Sam's Round 19 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/11/2024 • 34 minutes, 54 seconds
The Late Show: Why the Pryce isn’t right
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/10/2024 • 18 minutes, 21 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Bunnies playmakers ready to bounce
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 strong10:30 Team list analysis: Titans spine concerns30:30 Tim's stat deep dive: How Nicho loss impacts Sharks45:30 Round 19 trades: Bunnies playmakers58:00 Captaincy plays: Slim pickings on tough weekWealthy through property webinar, Tuesday 23rd July, 7pm. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3ztV3tR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/10/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 53 seconds
#202: SC Playbook, No.1 fullback pairing for the run home
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 back06:40 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 home55:30 Hot topics: Lock and load Olakau'atu01:02:50 Round 19 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:13:45 Questions: Is Iro a season keeper or sell? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/9/2024 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 30 seconds
Weekly wrap: Has Hughes edged Hynes as season keeper?
Jahrome Hughes continued his stunning run of Supercoach form, as Nicho Hynes again hit the skids, so has the halfback pecking order changed to round out 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/7/2024 • 46 minutes, 33 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Wizard Walsh to make his mark
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.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:02:50 Last week's results: Boys cash in on Roosters05:30 Round 18 bets: Big wet won't stop Sharkies17:50 Moral of the week: Severe Storm headed for Leichhardt18:50 Sam's Round 18 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/4/2024 • 21 minutes, 40 seconds
Listener Q+A: Wet weather drowns out Nicho plans
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/4/2024 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds
The Late Show: Turbo boost shakes up Sea Eagles
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/3/2024 • 13 minutes, 37 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Is Knight simply the Best?
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 Eagles38:20 Tim's stat deep dive: Simply the Best53:50 Round 18 trades: Ponga return boosts Marzhew stocks01:07:23 Captaincy plays: Steer clear of terrific Teddy?Wealthy through property webinar, Tuesday 23rd July, 7pm. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3ztV3tR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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.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 18.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 league10:00 Team lists: Papy returns, vital cheapies given the axe26:00 Nuffing strategy explained34:40 Hold or sell Joey Manu?39:20 Hot topics: Is Marzhew a must?58:20 Round 18 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:01:30 Questions: Will Turbo have a negative impact on Garrick? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/2/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 58 seconds
Weekly wrap: Ruthless Roosters save best for last
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/27/2024 • 47 minutes, 34 seconds
The Late Show: Time to get Bizza after Origin special?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/27/2024 • 15 minutes, 57 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Refreshed Sharks circling the Doggies
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.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:03:00 Last week's results: Winners flow all round08:30 Origin recap: Why Luai/Moses combined so well20:00 Round 17 bets: Sharks circling Bulldogs35:00 Moral of the week: Tigers handed reality check35:50 Sam's Round 17 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/27/2024 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Forgotten CTW cheapies catch the eye
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 Armstrong?14:20 Team list analysis: Targeting Knights debutant28:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Nikora numbers show best is yet to come42:10 Round 17 trades: Cheapie CTWs catch the eye51:30 Captaincy plays: Teddy or bust? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/26/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 20 seconds
#200: SC Playbook, is Shark bait too tough to resist?
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 hand08:30 Team lists: SJ injured, Storm star drops out17:00 Dezzy Q+A: What's worked in 202430:25 Hot topics: Nikora, Mulitalo hit radar with Sharks draw46:15 Rando's stat deep dive: Trade tools sharpen for Knights rookie51:00 Round 17 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains56:00 Questions: Can we go early on Nicho Hynes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/25/2024 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 29 seconds
Weekly wrap: Amazing Api saves best for last
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/23/2024 • 30 minutes, 44 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Chooks reality check for rejuvenated Dogs
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.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:03:00 Last week's results: Form continues, for most of us...07:00 Round 16 bets: Bunnies to boil battered Sea Eagles21:20 Moral of the week: Easiest profit of all-time23:10 Sam's Round 16 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/20/2024 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Listener Q+A: Is chopping Holmes Supercoach madness?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/20/2024 • 32 minutes, 34 seconds
The Late Show: Super POD edition, Roosters forgotten flyer
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?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 this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/19/2024 • 24 minutes, 44 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Hold or sell Latrell after Origin recall?
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 nailbiter15:00 Team list analysis: Fears for Fa'alogo27:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Koloamatangi and Plath make compelling cases44:10 Round 16 trades: Hold or trade Latrell?55:30 Captaincy plays: Is it Teddy or bust? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/19/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 22 seconds
#199: SC Playbook, Teddy Time or Lil Papy POD play?
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 week12:20 Team lists: Relief as Fifi, Galvinator return29:00 Captaincy methodology: How to pick a skipper40:00 H2H bye planning focus49:35 Hot topics: Is Tedesco a must-have this week?01:03:20 Round 16 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:12:15 Questions: Herbie Fully Loaded Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/18/2024 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 10 seconds
Weekly wrap: Garrick head knock sums up brutal week
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/16/2024 • 45 minutes, 1 second
Listener Q+A: Is Cody Walker a Rabbit trap?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/13/2024 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Dom Young set to explode with dream match-up
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.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:01:50 Last week's results: Monkey off the back05:30 Round 15 bets: Why Wahs can keep the streak alive19:10 Moral of the week: On the up for country footy21:30 Sam's Round 15 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/13/2024 • 28 minutes, 1 second
The Late Show: Stay patient or cut ties with the Galvinator?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/12/2024 • 12 minutes, 12 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Is it time to give up the Drink?
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 form12:30 Team list analysis: Stars align with Origin auditions to come29:20 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/12/2024 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 15 seconds
#198: SC Playbook, why Latrell shouldn't be most traded in
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 chaos05:30 Team lists: Galvin injury forces Api halfback shift14:55 Hot topics: Why most traded in Latrell is an avoid this week33:55 Rando's stats of the week: Unstoppable Garrick, return of Ronny45:20 Round 15 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains48:30 Questions: Are we sleeping on Charnze? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/11/2024 • 58 minutes, 58 seconds
Weekly wrap: Raining tonnes as NSW wingers go bonkers
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/10/2024 • 38 minutes, 27 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Bookies miss mark on revitalised Warriors
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 Nicho08:55 Last week's results: One leg doesn't make a set12:10 Round 14 bets: Cash in on Titans v Bunnies points fest26:10 Moral of the week: Changing the game28:40 Sam's Round 14 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/6/2024 • 32 minutes, 33 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, best/worst starting picks
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/6/2024 • 12 minutes, 41 seconds
Listener Q+A: Hold or sell Nicho after Origin ambush?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/6/2024 • 43 minutes, 53 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Eli storms into Supercoach sights
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 midpoint11:30 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 panel01:03:30 Captaincy plays: Fifita with a point to prove'Helping your kids into the property market' on June 6th, Sydney Olympic Park. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3yv8Yzi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/5/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 5 seconds
#197: SC Playbook, Trell time ft Socceroos skipper Maty Ryan
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 show10:35 Team lists: Nicho out, Talagi in17:35 Navigating a brutal few rounds32:00 Best bye-period halfback to target44:30 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 captains01:06:25 Questions: Best player Maty's ever played with Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/4/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 49 seconds
Weekly wrap: Ranking top CTW targets
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/2/2024 • 43 minutes, 21 seconds
Listener Q+A: Red flags around rookie Panthers halves
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/30/2024 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Moses to lift Eels off canvas
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.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:02:30 Last week's results: Two out of three ain't bad05:00 Round 13 bets: Take your pick of Chookies try-scorers23:00 Moral of the week: Roosters pile on pain23:50 Sam's Round 13 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/29/2024 • 27 minutes, 53 seconds
The Late Show: Super POD edition, King Gutho at 0.1% anyone?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/29/2024 • 19 minutes, 48 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Moving heaven and earth for Teddy shares
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 tactics16:20 Team list analysis: All signs point to Terrell time28:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Don't sell Ronny, buy him36:55 Round 13 trades: Save trades or all-in on Teddy?47:30 Captaincy plays: Which Rooster tops the list?'Helping your kids into the property market' on June 6th, Sydney Olympic Park. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3yv8Yzi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/29/2024 • 50 minutes, 37 seconds
#196: SC Playbook, is it time to dethrone Price Nicho?
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 business08:20 Team lists: Talagi benched, Kiraz positional switch24:00 Origin players to hold and sell28:10 Hot topics: Is Manu a must?01:00:40 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed01:06:55 Round 13 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:12:30 Questions: How many Roosters is too many? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/28/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 24 seconds
Weekly wrap: Supercoach Origin winners/losers, Prince Nicho's nightmare
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/26/2024 • 46 minutes, 25 seconds
Listener Q+A: Hold fire on Edwards as Origin call awaits
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/23/2024 • 36 minutes, 18 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: How are Panthers underdogs?
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.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:02:10 Last week's results: Not so Magic Round05:10 Round 12 bets: Bronx keep magic alive at Suncorp22:10 Moral of the week: Flyer to help send cash to the country24:30 Sam's Round 12 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/23/2024 • 31 minutes, 11 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, Aitken the bye-period plug
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/22/2024 • 18 minutes, 53 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Cheapie halves we're all ignoring
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 hoarder12:00 Team list analysis: Hughes returns for desperate Storm32:25 Tim's stat deep dive: Grant's Origin period question marks48:30 Round 12 trades: Cheapie halves headline59:55 Captaincy plays: Can Panthers stop ruthless Nicho?01:02:30 Sit v starts: Knights bye hurts depth'Helping your kids into the property market' on June 6th, Sydney Olympic Park. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3yv8Yzi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/22/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 48 seconds
#195: SC Playbook, trigger happy Supercoaches face extinction
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 recap09:30 Team lists: Hughes returns, double boost for Walsh owners18:45 Trade strategy: Best time to bank them up28:10 Hot topics: Is it too late for Talagi?41:30 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed46:10 Round 12 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains53:55 Questions: Is it too early for Koula? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/21/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 29 seconds
Weekly wrap: Disaster domino effect of Munster injury
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/19/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 47 seconds
Listener Q+A: Boosting again as Walsh injury blows up trade plans
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/16/2024 • 38 minutes, 37 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Cowboys left edge to sprinkle magic
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.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:03:30 Last week's results: Two out of three ain't bad07:40 Round 11 bets: Cowboys left side, strong side21:45 Moral of the week: Super Sunday special23:30 Sam's Round 11 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/16/2024 • 27 minutes, 42 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, is Dom Young really a must-have?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/15/2024 • 16 minutes, 25 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Stats reign supreme as Ru-flu strikes
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 Guru11:30 Team list analysis: Caution as Nicho named for Sharks23:20 Rando's stat deep dive: Tedesco's Magic round?30:20 Tim's stat deep dive: Why Dom Young is a must-have41:40 Round 11 trades: Patience around halfback headaches47:50 Captaincy plays: Rain to play havoc on popular skippersWealth Through Property live in Melbourne on May 15th. RSVP: https://bit.ly/44A3aQP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/15/2024 • 50 minutes, 10 seconds
#194: SC Playbook, Magical solution to halfback crisis
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 heat16:40 Team lists: Koula's big win, Hammer blow25:30 Head-to-head bye period planning: Storm warning looms44:50 Solutions to halfback injury crisis57:10 Hot topics: Is Young simply a must-have?01:03:00 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed01:07:10 Round 11 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:14:10 Questions: Snap up a Marzhew bargain? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/14/2024 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 20 seconds
Weekly wrap: Hamstrung halves blow Supercoach wide open
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/12/2024 • 1 hour, 31 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Beware a freshened Trell
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.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: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 stopped22:35 Sam's Round 10 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/9/2024 • 27 minutes, 14 seconds
Listener Q+A: Is Dearden the solution to our 5/8 woes?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/8/2024 • 41 minutes, 30 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, No.1 hooker moving forward
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/8/2024 • 11 minutes, 49 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Flying wingers have Supercoaches divided
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 studio12:10 Team list analysis: Mixed news for May bros45:55 Tim's stat deep dive: Dom Young divides opinion01:00:45 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 skippersWealth Through Property live in Melbourne on May 15th. RSVP: https://bit.ly/44A3aQP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/8/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 25 seconds
#193: SC Playbook, Origin bye-planning special, who to target & sell?
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 row08:15 Team lists: Bad news for Terrell May20:30 Origin bye period planning: Zero in on Dolphins46:10 Best fullbacks to replace Papenhuyzen55:35 Hot topics: Isaako v Garrick v Young01:05:30 Spy Talk: Things you may have missed01:09:50 Round 10 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:16:55 Questions: Time to sell RTS? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/7/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 38 seconds
Weekly wrap: Roosters run riot, who replaces injured Papy?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/5/2024 • 47 minutes, 50 seconds
Listener Q+A: Major issue with rampaging Fifita
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/2/2024 • 40 minutes, 20 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Feeling Sami lucky on the Gold Coast
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.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: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 flow30:45 Sam's Round 9 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/2/2024 • 35 minutes, 43 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, why Isaako is ripe for picking
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/1/2024 • 14 minutes, 15 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Sharks circling down Cronulla's edge
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 Excellence10:40 Team list analysis: Concerns for cheapie Gagai25:10 Tim's stat deep dive: Mixed feelings around Nikora41:20 Round 9 trades: Why Dolphins are becoming hot property55:30 Sit v starts: Can Taylan finally dish up some attack?58:45 Captaincy plays: Dare we ignore Prince Nicho again?Wealth Through Property rural road show beginning in Orange on May 7th. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3PVbOmW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 effect04:30 Team lists: Raiders cheapies chopped13:20 Is Fuller too hard to pass up?20:50 Rando's stat deep dive: Beware milestone Munster29:40 Hot topics: Time to cut ties with Terrell?45:18 Round 9 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains54:50 Questions: Cleary v Hynes this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/30/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 11 seconds
Weekly wrap: Prince Nicho reigns, wave goodbye to May bros
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/28/2024 • 54 minutes, 55 seconds
Listener Q+A: Why Walsh is the new No.1
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/24/2024 • 31 minutes, 59 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Full-strength Panthers to bash hapless Cowboys
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.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:03:45 Last week's results: Boys seeing green, Hughesy's model dishing the goods07:15 Round 8 bets: Full-strength Panthers to pile pain on Cowboys23:45 Moral of the week: ANZAC Day special25:15 Sam's Round 8 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 5 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, why is Lil Papy overlooked?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/24/2024 • 12 minutes, 32 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Fear not, Cleary won't be hamstrung on return
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 supreme13:00 Team list analysis: Panthers and Broncos stars return to action31:40 Tim's stat deep dive: Brailey the hooking hero50:45 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?Wealth Through Property rural road show beginning in Orange on May 7th. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3PVbOmW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/24/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 6 seconds
#191: SC Playbook, who's the No.1 fullback to replace Ponga?
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 Spy07:30 Ponga replacements: Is bargain-priced Walsh a slam dunk?32:00 Team lists: Cleary returns, Fainu answers FRF prayers41:30 Hot topics: Which Raiders cash cows are holds and sell?55:55 Spy's players you may have missed: Garrick getting ripe01:03:20 Round 8 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:08:00 Questions: Cut ties with Robson and Api? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/23/2024 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 57 seconds
Weekly wrap: Ponga injury blows fullback slot wide open
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/21/2024 • 50 minutes, 33 seconds
Listener Q+A: Te Maire leads trio of Wahs spine buys
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/18/2024 • 32 minutes, 7 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Warriors brutal reality check for Red V
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?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:01:30 Last week's results: Hughesy's near perfect round, Tim's cowardly confession08:00 Round 7 bets: Point to flow on the Gold Coast27:45 Moral of the week: In the Wahs we trust28:30 Sam's Round 7 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/18/2024 • 33 minutes, 3 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, are we sleeping on Gagai?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/17/2024 • 11 minutes, 4 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Marzhew's switch just ain't right
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 neck11:50 Team list analysis: Bulldogs pack a win for Supercoaches39:50 Tim's stat deep dive: Marzhew's right edge issue55:45 Round 7 trades and captains: Injury concerns dampens Ponga appealWealth Through Property rural road show beginning in Orange on May 7th. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3PVbOmW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/17/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 6 seconds
#190: SC Playbook, all aboard the Gus Bus?
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 returns06:20 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 returns36:05 Rando's Supercoach stats deep dive42:00 Hot topics: Crichton or Blore?53:35 Round 7 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:01:15 Questions: Is Tuivasa-Sheck a long-term hold? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/14/2024 • 48 minutes, 31 seconds
Listener Q+A: Cleary injury setback frees cash for flyers
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/11/2024 • 35 minutes, 22 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Tensions flare as Eels v Cowboys divides panel
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.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:02:00 Last week's results: Sam's bounces back to form06:50 Round 6 bets: Ominous Storm warning in Melbourne22:40 Moral of the week: Hughesy's retirement24:45 Sam's Round 6 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/11/2024 • 30 minutes, 55 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, has Lane Train derailed?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/10/2024 • 9 minutes, 56 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Lomax's irresistible case to invest
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 opportunity19:30 Team list analysis: Sharks cheapie lobs, but stay patient45:55 Tim's stat deep dive: Lomax numbers we can't ignore57:20 Round 6 captains: Is it Lil Papy time?Wednesday 1st May – Bluewealth Property: How to Pay off your mortgage with an investment property – Live in Sydney Olympic park and via Webinar! – 6.30pm in room, 7pm on line. Check it out: https://bit.ly/3PVbOmW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/10/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 52 seconds
#189: SC Playbook, who's the best fullback partner for Ponga?
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 Waterboy07:35 Lowest Supercoach scores of all-time10:35 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-have39:55 Hot topics: Can Johnson match feats of Hynes/Cleary?56:50 Round 6 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains01:05:30 Questions: How many boosts is too many? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/9/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 9 seconds
Weekly wrap: Black Friday sends Supercoach into meltdown
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/7/2024 • 36 minutes, 25 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Knights to slay Dragons in the wet
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,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:02:30 Last week's results: Historic week for the podcast05:40 Round 5 bets: The Charnze effect on Wahs20:40 Moral of the week: Getting the ball rolling21:15 Sam's Round 5 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/4/2024 • 24 minutes, 59 seconds
Listener Q+A: Wet weather drowns Supercoach plans
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/3/2024 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, time for Harry Grant?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 up14:00 Team list analysis: Crichton hits the radar27:00 Tim's stat deep dive: Olam issues, Isaako won't quit33:40 Round 5 trades and captains: Boys eye wild boosts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/3/2024 • 59 minutes, 1 second
#188: SC Playbook, sell May at your own peril
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 fortune12:45 How we are managing FRF wasteland20:30 Team lists: Charnze return creates Wahs domino effect30:10 Hot topics: Concerns with selling May48:20 Round 5 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains59:50 Questions: Is Brooks a sell? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/2/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 19 seconds
Weekly wrap: Ponga sinks sad sellers in NZ
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/1/2024 • 55 minutes, 44 seconds
Listener Q+A: Why you can wait on Val Holmes
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/28/2024 • 40 minutes, 24 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Latrell doubters to pay in Easter miracle
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.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:04:20 Last week's results: Jimmy seeing green08:30 Round 4 bets: Why are Raiders roughies?22:30 Moral of the week: Country kids left disappointed24:40 Sam's Round 4 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/28/2024 • 31 minutes, 20 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, chasing Dom Young's points
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/27/2024 • 12 minutes, 57 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Sky's the limit for RTS at fullback
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 nine04:20 Team list analysis: Another tick for Terrell28:20 Supercoach opportunities emerge from injury crisis40:30 Tim's stat deep dive: Brown without Moses52:00 Round 4 trades and captains: Kat goes rogue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/27/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 17 seconds
#187: SC Playbook, an injury crisis for the ages
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 guns08:50 Nathan Cleary's replacements24:50 CTW priorities - Ranking our top four targets36:12 Team lists: Why Pearce-Paul can wait a week48:35 Hot topics: Is Levi/Lussick to Koroisau worth it?1:04:30 Round 4 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains1:09:23 Questions: Is Taylan May a sell? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/26/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 52 seconds
Weekly wrap: Api handed keys to Tigers kingdom
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/24/2024 • 51 minutes, 14 seconds
Listener Q+A: Can rejuvenated Brooks become a keeper?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/21/2024 • 31 minutes, 37 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Eels v Eagles divides value seekers
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)?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:05:00 Last week's results: Sam perfect round09:50 Round 3 bets: Sharks circle at Leichhardt26:15 Moral of the week: Can hot streak continue?28:30 Sam's Round 3 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/20/2024 • 35 minutes, 33 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, Lil Papy or Lil Trappy?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/20/2024 • 11 minutes, 24 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Prince Nicho dethroned for Tigers frenzy
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 glory07:50 Team list analysis: Wong gets chopped, Pearce-Paul caution23:17 Tim's stat deep dive: Issue with beastly Cowboys cheapie37:00 Cheapie breakdown: Best cash cows to trade in49:08 Round 1 trades and captains: Can Turbo bounce back? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/20/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 16 seconds
#186: SC Playbook, failing guns face the axe
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 2.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 debut08:53 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 chance51:25 Hot topics: Is Levi to Lussick really worth it?1:03:08 Round 3 NRL Supercoach trade plans and captains1:07:50 Questions: Is King Kiraz a sell? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/19/2024 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 39 seconds
Weekly wrap: Cut ties or stick strong with Ponga?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/17/2024 • 53 minutes, 30 seconds
Listener Q+A: Patience the key to solving FRF crisis
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/14/2024 • 37 minutes, 19 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Why are the Warriors long-shots?
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.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:03:13 Last week's results06:43 Round 2 bets: Warriors to put NRL on notice24:50 Moral of the week: Jimmy in the hot seat, boys aren't convinced28:54 Sam's Round 2 tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/14/2024 • 36 minutes, 23 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, Talau a trap or treasure?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/13/2024 • 12 minutes, 8 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Trading to the Lomax
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 nightmares06:00 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 cheapie44:08 Round 1 trades and captains: Ponga v Turbo as skipper? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/13/2024 • 54 minutes, 6 seconds
#185: SC Playbook, is the cheapie crisis over?
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 202410:48 Cheapies emerge: Who's the best option?15:50 Strategy for trade boosts20:05 Front-row plans: Is Terrell May a must? 29:39 Team lists: Tigers cheapies, Pearce-Paul the trap59:45 Sit v start: Who we are playing and sitting in our 17s1:03:08 Round 2 NRL Supercoach trade plans1:05:34 Captaincy picks: Cheeky Hynes trick play looms1:07:50 Questions: Is Salmon a sell? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/12/2024 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 14 seconds
Weekly wrap: Superstar halves flop, where to now?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/10/2024 • 45 minutes, 48 seconds
Listener Q+A: Team lists set traps for desperate Supercoaches
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/7/2024 • 35 minutes, 40 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Feeling Luki at Suncorp
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 results06:33 Round 1 bets: The Dallin special16:33 Moral of the week: Sam's not happy...22:05 Sam's Round 1 tips: Can Storm maintain freakish record? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/6/2024 • 27 minutes, 48 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, is Penisini the ultimate POD play?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/6/2024 • 16 minutes, 13 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Finding the gold in Cowboys pack
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 man06:35 Vegas recap: Mixed bag for Roosters pack, Manu goes bang27:05 Team list analysis: Is Lane a potential trap?01:10:10 Round 1 captains: Is it Ponga or bust? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/6/2024 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 32 seconds
#184: SC Playbook, hookers headline team list mayhem
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 Chairman11:23 Vegas recap: Ominous Trbojevic signs, is Teddy back?39:20 Team lists: Eels drama, Bellamy's back-row gift01:23:25 Sit v start: Who we are playing and sitting in our 17s01:29:23 Captaincy picks: Is Ponga the main man?01:31:17 Listener questions: Is Crossland a smokey hooker saviour? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/5/2024 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 3 seconds
Weekly wrap: Fullbacks fire in Vegas, so who's the No.1?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/3/2024 • 40 minutes, 29 seconds
Listener Q+A: Tim's team dilemmas, ranking the 2RFs
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?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 the Vegas season opener. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/1/2024 • 35 minutes, 46 seconds
Half-Backed podcast: Johnston to bolt in as NRL's top try-scorer
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/29/2024 • 30 minutes, 35 seconds
The Late Show: Rapid fire Qs, who will be this year's Hopgood?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/28/2024 • 13 minutes, 27 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: RTS backflip, rogue hooking plan
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 announcement11:10 NRL trial winners and losers52:20 Guru's rogue hooking plan01:00:50 Drinky and RTS backflips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/28/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 14 seconds
#183: SC Playbook, cheapie special, is Burbo laying a trap?
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 questions29:08 Cheapie analysis: Best bargain buys to start the season50:10 Draw analysis: Phins up, Storm's dark opening1:03:40 NRL trial takes: Luki shines for Cowboys01:10:57 Listener questions: Is Kiraz's injury a concern? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/27/2024 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 34 seconds
Weekly wrap: Brilliant Drinkwater enters the fullback race
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/25/2024 • 39 minutes, 54 seconds
Cricketer's Playbook: Jaiswal's greateness, is Smith's T20I future finished?
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/22/2024 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 51 seconds
Listener Q+A: King Kiraz to reign supreme ft Australian captain Maty Ryan
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 ploy08:10 FRF analysis: Is Arrow the mid-ranger we're seeking?39:10 2RF analysis: Why is Shaun Lane only 37% owned? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/21/2024 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 11 seconds
#182: SC Playbook, Spy reveals his true identity
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 escape04:05 Spy's identity revealed11:40 Why Trbojevic can repeat record season22:44NRL team list pointers: Eels hooking dilemma36:05 NRL trial takes: Api kicks into hooking contention59:06 Five-eighth analysis: Campbell injury leaves 5/8 short01:07:34 Listener questions: Is Arrow the FRF answer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/20/2024 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 12 seconds
Weekly wrap: Api kicks into NRL Supercoach contention
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/16/2024 • 54 minutes, 8 seconds
Listener Q+A: Jayden Campbell injured, where to now?
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?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 and what he's looking out for during the trial period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/15/2024 • 32 minutes, 41 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: HFB-5/8 analysis, case to avoid Cleary
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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/14/2024 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 43 seconds
#181: SC Playbook, Lil Pap or big trap ft Tom Sangster
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 deck05:20 Team list Tuesday: Hutcho's win, Duncan's loss18:25 Update from Supercoach HQ26:40 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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/13/2024 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 16 seconds
Cricketer's Playbook: Is Fraser-McGurk white ball destined, or Test cricket capable?
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?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 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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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?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 and what he's looking out for during the trial period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/8/2024 • 34 minutes, 52 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: CTW analysis, which top dollar flyer sits above all?
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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/7/2024 • 1 hour, 45 minutes, 10 seconds
#180: SC Playbook, is Marshall-King the no.1 hooking pick?
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 202404:55 How we're structuring our squads16:25 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 fullback01:08:00 Listener questions: Adz pours cold water on Vegas concerns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/6/2024 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 33 seconds
Cricketer's Playbook: Has Windies boilover exposed Aussie weaknesses?
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?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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/1/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 35 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Fullback analysis, separating elite No.1 class
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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/31/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 18 seconds
#179: SC Playbook, Turbo's freak ability clouded by injury history
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/30/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 42 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Hooker analysis, is it Grant or bust?
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?
1/24/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 17 seconds
#178: SC Playbook, can you risk starting without Prince Nicho?
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?
1/23/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 22 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Boys are back for NRL Supercoach 2024
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?
1/17/2024 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 2 seconds
#177: Dual champion's lessons from Supercoach BBL13
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
1/14/2024 • 31 minutes, 29 seconds
Cricketer's Playbook: Is Steve Smith opening the best call for Australia?
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
1/12/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 12 seconds
Listener Q+A: Curran's pain is Edwards' gain
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.
1/11/2024 • 22 minutes, 30 seconds
#176: Curran to soar, Sutherland's Supercoach revival
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
1/10/2024 • 53 minutes, 16 seconds
#175: Munro v McSweeney as Supercoach BBL Heats up
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?
1/4/2024 • 59 minutes, 44 seconds
Listener Q+A: Risk v reward of avoiding Hardie
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.
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?
12/29/2023 • 49 minutes, 33 seconds
#173: Which Englishmen is the priority trade target?
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?
12/26/2023 • 35 minutes, 49 seconds
Listener Q+A: Which keeper, Clarke, de Kock or Harper?
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.
12/23/2023 • 23 minutes, 39 seconds
#172: Do we cash out superstar Short on his bye?
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
12/21/2023 • 48 minutes, 10 seconds
Cricketer's Playbook: Next in line for Warner's throne?
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
12/21/2023 • 59 minutes, 53 seconds
Listener Q+A: Strikers best XI leaves Supercoaches tangled
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.
12/18/2023 • 19 minutes, 44 seconds
#171: Short stack, chasing early cash
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?
12/15/2023 • 54 minutes, 45 seconds
Listener Q+A: Are we walking into a Heat trap?
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.
12/7/2023 • 22 minutes, 3 seconds
#170: Final team reveals, brutal captaincy debate
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?
12/5/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 40 seconds
#169: Dual champion's team reveal, Heat & Strikers previews
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?
12/1/2023 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 33 seconds
#168: Cheapies special, Stars & Thunder previews
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?
11/28/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 9 seconds
#177: Player availability, Renegades/Hurricanes previews
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
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
11/15/2023 • 50 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 165: Defending champion's tips for BBL Supercoach glory
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
11/2/2023 • 48 minutes, 9 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Three-peat incoming for perfect Panthers
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
9/28/2023 • 30 minutes, 53 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Why Warriors are worth a start
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
9/20/2023 • 23 minutes, 51 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: The Roast of Ryan's team
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.
9/20/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 55 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Cashing in on Storm and Wahs
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
9/14/2023 • 26 minutes, 20 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: The Roast of Guru's team
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.
9/13/2023 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 12 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Storm v Broncos blockbuster divides panel
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
9/7/2023 • 27 minutes, 46 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: The Roast of Tim's team
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.
9/6/2023 • 1 hour, 50 seconds
Episode 164: SC Playbook, NRL Supercoach Team of the Year awards
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
9/5/2023 • 59 minutes, 20 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Sizzling Sea Eagles to finish on a high
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
8/31/2023 • 24 minutes, 14 seconds
Listener Q+A: Data reveals true extent of mass restings
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.
8/30/2023 • 19 minutes, 56 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 27: Roo hunting season, Cherry on top
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.
8/30/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 163: SC Playbook, hardest finale in Supercoach history
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?
8/29/2023 • 1 hour, 7 minutes
Weekly wrap: Prepare for final round carnage
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.
8/27/2023 • 33 minutes, 10 seconds
Listener Q+A: Who is the true No.1 contender?
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.
8/24/2023 • 23 minutes, 1 second
The Half-Backed podcast: Hammer time at Suncorp Stadium
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
8/24/2023 • 27 minutes, 43 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 26: Captaincy call to decide grand final glory
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.
8/23/2023 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 36 seconds
Episode 162: SC Playbook, Supercoach grand final week, ft Brett Papworth
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?
8/22/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 37 seconds
Weekly wrap: What's gone wrong with Latrell's Rabbitohs?
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.
8/20/2023 • 47 minutes, 54 seconds
Listener Q+A: Brutality of sit v start decisions
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.
8/17/2023 • 28 minutes, 47 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Warriors right to show their might
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
8/17/2023 • 31 minutes, 22 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 25: Bunny culling season
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.
8/16/2023 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 161: SC Playbook, is top target Tino a trap?
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?
8/15/2023 • 53 minutes, 59 seconds
Weekly wrap: Impact of Papenhuyzen's imminent return
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.
8/13/2023 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Listener Q+A: Time to farewell a Warriors favourite?
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.
8/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 14 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Suaalii's time to shine
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
8/10/2023 • 33 minutes, 27 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 24: The most pivotal round of the NRL Supercoach season
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.
8/9/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 160: SC Playbook, the great captaincy debate
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?
8/8/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 34 seconds
Weekly wrap: Souths woes shake up Supercoach finals
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.
8/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Capitalising on Sharks woes
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
8/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 6 seconds
Listener Q+A: Featuring Australian captain Maty Ryan
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.
8/3/2023 • 44 minutes, 43 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 23: Avoid Knights flyers at your own peril
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.
8/2/2023 • 56 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 159: SC Playbook, why Hynes to SJ isn't the answer
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?
8/1/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 55 seconds
Weekly wrap: Gagai the super POD we've all missed
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.
7/30/2023 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Floodgates to open in QLD derby
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
7/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 18 seconds
Listener Q+A: Bite the bullet and pay up for Drinky?
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.
7/27/2023 • 29 minutes, 40 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 22: Penrith weapon we've slept on
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.
7/26/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 41 seconds
Episode 158: SC Playbook, No.1 fullback to deliver finals glory
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 91st 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
7/25/2023 • 56 minutes, 26 seconds
Weekly wrap: Fullback slot to decide Supercoach titles
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.
2020 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.
7/23/2023 • 46 minutes, 22 seconds
Round 21: Listener Q+A, records threatened as Panthers eye mauling
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.
7/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 9 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Storm to subdue Knight raid
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
7/19/2023 • 30 minutes, 15 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 21: Bunnies hold key to Supercoach glory
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.
7/19/2023 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 157: SC Playbook, POD hunting season
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?
7/18/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 8 seconds
Weekly wrap: Dare we consider selling Prince Nicho?
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.
7/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 40 seconds
Round 20: Listener Q+A, Tim's trade plans and tips
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.
7/13/2023 • 20 minutes, 16 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Ponga to put on a show
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
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.
7/12/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 156: SC Playbook, final road to Supercoach glory starts now
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.
7/11/2023 • 58 minutes, 33 seconds
Weekly wrap: Lomax superPOD, fade Dolphins players for the run home
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.
7/9/2023 • 34 minutes, 12 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Mass outs present mass punting opportunities
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
7/6/2023 • 21 minutes, 25 seconds
Round 19: Listener Q+A, Tim's trade plans and tips
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.
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.
7/5/2023 • 52 minutes, 34 seconds
Episode 155: SC Playbook, surviving the final major bye round
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.
7/4/2023 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 57 seconds
Weekly wrap: Ponga masterclass, zero in on Cowboys contingent
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.
7/2/2023 • 43 minutes, 23 seconds
Round 18: Listener Q+A, off the radar Sharks flyer
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.
6/29/2023 • 28 minutes, 45 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Value arises in new-look Broncos
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
6/28/2023 • 21 minutes
Beers & Breakevens Rd 18: NRL Supercoach 2023, beware the stray Guru
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.
6/28/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 154: SC Playbook, planning for the run home
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
6/27/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 24 seconds
Weekly wrap: Drinky, CNK the surprise keepers
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.
6/25/2023 • 55 minutes, 50 seconds
Round 17: Listener Q+A, Origin review, NSW loss impact on Supercoach
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.
6/22/2023 • 34 minutes, 7 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Parramatta's left side, strong side
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
6/22/2023 • 32 minutes, 40 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 17: Mad Dog let loose on Manly
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.
6/21/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 31 seconds
Episode 153: SC Playbook, rise of the Warriors
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?
6/20/2023 • 59 minutes, 9 seconds
Weekly wrap: Fullback slot blown wide open in 2023
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.
6/18/2023 • 34 minutes, 40 seconds
Round 16: Listener Q+A, all in on Ronaldo
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.
6/15/2023 • 26 minutes, 57 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Shire to deliver Sharks redemption
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
6/15/2023 • 27 minutes, 47 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 16: Are we all overlooking King Gutho?
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.
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?
6/13/2023 • 54 minutes, 40 seconds
Weekly wrap: Nicho bombs, vintage SJ does it again
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.
6/11/2023 • 48 minutes, 52 seconds
Round 15: Listener Q+A, four week solution to halfback woes
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.
6/8/2023 • 32 minutes, 10 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Storm brewing down south
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
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.
6/7/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode 151: SC Playbook, is Moses the man to save our halves?
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?
6/6/2023 • 59 minutes, 43 seconds
Weekly wrap: Cleary injury blows halves wide open
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.
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.
6/1/2023 • 34 minutes, 55 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Bunnies let loose on the Gold Coast
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
6/1/2023 • 35 minutes, 8 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 14: Dog fight erupts over King Kiraz
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.
5/31/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 150: SC Playbook, hidden gems to skyrocket ranking
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?
5/30/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 37 seconds
Weekly wrap: Marzhew magic proves the difference
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.
5/28/2023 • 30 minutes, 28 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Cash in as team changes rattle bookies
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
5/25/2023 • 34 minutes, 6 seconds
Round 13: Listener Q+A, saying goodbye to Prince Nicho
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.
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.
5/24/2023 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 149: SC Playbook, Origin players to hold and sell
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?
5/23/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 31 seconds
Weekly wrap: Old guns aren't finished yet, Schuster's reminder
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.
5/21/2023 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds
Round 12: Listener Q+A, Luki, Hopgood stocks drop with NRL news
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.
5/18/2023 • 36 minutes, 20 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Knights await Shark attack
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
5/18/2023 • 36 minutes, 11 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 12: Forward thinking, Burbo's back
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.
5/17/2023 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 148: SC Playbook, can we hold Nicho and Cleary over Origin?
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?
5/16/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 8 seconds
Weekly wrap: Walsh worries, bargain KP a must-have?
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.
5/14/2023 • 46 minutes, 59 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Knights, Titans have points to prove
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
5/11/2023 • 28 minutes, 49 seconds
Round 11: Listener Q+A, solving the front-row headaches
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.
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.
5/10/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 147: SC Playbook, bye period strength of schedule
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?
5/9/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 16 seconds
Weekly wrap: Season defining call around Moses and Cleary
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.
5/7/2023 • 59 minutes, 12 seconds
Round 10: Listener Q+A, hold or sell underperforming CTW guns?
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.
5/4/2023 • 29 minutes, 2 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Broncos to rediscover their magic at Suncorp
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
5/4/2023 • 34 minutes, 17 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 10: Time to sell Cleary?
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.
5/3/2023 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 146: SC Playbook, ranking the electric Eels
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?
5/2/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 59 seconds
Weekly Wrap: Forgive us J'maine, Peach's blast from the past
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.
4/30/2023 • 48 minutes, 28 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Wighton's statement, Broncos litmus test
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
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.
4/27/2023 • 35 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 145: SC Playbook, are you seriously making those trades?
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?
4/26/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 47 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 9: Is this the hardest round so far?
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.
4/26/2023 • 59 minutes, 4 seconds
Weekly Wrap: Load on Bunnies, issues on Eels Supercoach contingent
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.
4/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 49 seconds
Round 8: Listener Q+A, chill out on the boosts!
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.
4/20/2023 • 27 minutes, 10 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Eels upset, all aboard the Marzhew train
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
4/20/2023 • 34 minutes, 55 seconds
Beers & Breakevens Rd 8: Captaincy conundrum, enter the Eels
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.
4/19/2023 • 59 minutes, 36 seconds
Episode 144: SC Playbook, Manu v Garrick
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?
4/18/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 11 seconds
Weekly Wrap: 2RF blown open as old guns show class
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.
4/16/2023 • 38 minutes, 56 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Panthers to pounce, Cowboys bounce back
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
4/13/2023 • 34 minutes, 6 seconds
Round 7: Listener Q+A, which cheapie holds the key to cash?
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.
4/13/2023 • 30 minutes, 28 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Which 5/8 is the priority trade in?
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.
4/12/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 143: SC Playbook, centre-wing power rankings
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?
4/11/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 3 seconds
Round 6: Listener Q+A, is Hosking really a must?
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.
4/6/2023 • 24 minutes, 22 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Bunnies to feast on Easter NRL action
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
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.
4/5/2023 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 1 second
Episode 142: SC Playbook, time to sell Hopgoat?
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?
4/4/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 7 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Penrith's right side, strong side
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
3/30/2023 • 30 minutes, 42 seconds
Round 5: Listener Q+A, Schuster scratching impact
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.
3/30/2023 • 23 minutes, 26 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: A lesson in Supercoach history
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.
3/29/2023 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 141: SC Playbook, shifting focus from cash cows to guns?
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
3/28/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 18 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Garrick the moral or model?
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
3/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Ultimate five week trade strategy
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.
3/22/2023 • 1 hour, 42 seconds
Episode 140: SC Playbook, is Nicho Hynes a must this week?
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?
3/21/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 28 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Wizard Walsh, Storm/Titans divide
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
3/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Boost for biggest trade week of the year
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.
3/15/2023 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode 139: SC Playbook, do we dare sell Tedesco or Cleary?
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?
3/14/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 20 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: The Ponga and Foz effect
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
3/9/2023 • 35 minutes, 45 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: True numbers expose top trade in
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.
3/8/2023 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 56 seconds
Episode 138: SC Playbook, red flags over top trade targets
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?
3/7/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 57 seconds
The Half-Backed podcast: Fox, Roosters, set to sizzle
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
3/2/2023 • 36 minutes, 21 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Team list deep dive, sit v starts
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.
3/1/2023 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 137: SC Playbook, TLT, cheapies, team reveals
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
2/28/2023 • 1 hour, 41 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: Guru team reveal/roast, trial pointers
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!
2/23/2023 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 136: SC Playbook, 2RF gold mine emerges
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?
2/21/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 49 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, NRL trials pointers
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!
2/15/2023 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 10 seconds
Episode 135: SC Playbook, is Val Holmes a must-have?
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?
2/14/2023 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 135: SC Playbook, do we avoid Hynes or Cleary?
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.
2/9/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 11 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, learner guide, trials watch
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.
2/8/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 20 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 2RF/FRF analysis
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.
2/2/2023 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 17 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, centre/wing analysis
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.
2/1/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 134: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Tom Sangster special
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?
1/31/2023 • 57 minutes, 46 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 5/8, halfback analysis
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.
1/26/2023 • 50 minutes, 9 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, fullback/hooker analysis
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.
1/25/2023 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 133: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Spy team reveal
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
1/24/2023 • 57 minutes, 13 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Guru team reveal
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.
1/19/2023 • 41 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 132: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
1/19/2023 • 58 minutes, 24 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Tim's early team reveal
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.
1/18/2023 • 59 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 131: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
1/12/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 130: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
1/6/2023 • 58 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 129: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
1/3/2023 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 30 seconds
Episode 128: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
12/29/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode 127: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
12/22/2022 • 57 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 126: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
12/20/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 125: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
12/15/2022 • 58 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode 124: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
12/8/2022 • 48 minutes, 48 seconds
Episode 123: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
11/30/2022 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 122: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
11/23/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 2 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: World Cup final edition
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
11/16/2022 • 26 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 121: SC Playbook BBL podcast
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
11/15/2022 • 1 hour, 3 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: World Cup edition
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
10/14/2022 • 28 minutes, 11 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Grand final edition
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
9/28/2022 • 35 minutes, 14 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 1-4 recap
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.
9/27/2022 • 36 minutes, 46 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Finals week three
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 preliminary finals tips
9/22/2022 • 36 minutes, 59 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 5-8 recap
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.
9/20/2022 • 28 minutes, 29 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 9-12 recap
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.
9/13/2022 • 49 minutes, 29 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Finals week one
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 week one NRL finals tips
9/7/2022 • 38 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 120: SC Playbook NRL podcast, season review
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
9/7/2022 • 53 minutes, 58 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, 13-16 recap
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.
9/7/2022 • 37 minutes, 28 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, season review
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
9/6/2022 • 21 minutes, 4 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 25
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 Round 25 NRL tips
8/31/2022 • 30 minutes, 13 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 25
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
8/31/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode 119: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 25
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
8/30/2022 • 53 minutes, 52 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 24
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 Round 24 NRL tips
8/24/2022 • 32 minutes, 56 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 24
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
8/24/2022 • 49 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 118: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 24
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
8/23/2022 • 53 minutes, 39 seconds
Episode 29: SC Playbook AFL podcast, season review
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
8/22/2022 • 54 minutes, 13 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 23
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
8/18/2022 • 36 minutes, 35 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 23
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
8/17/2022 • 54 minutes, 44 seconds
Episode 117: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 23
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
8/16/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 28: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 23
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
8/15/2022 • 55 minutes, 26 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 22
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 Round 22 NRL tips
8/10/2022 • 34 minutes, 6 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 22
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
8/10/2022 • 55 minutes, 18 seconds
Episode 27: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 22
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
8/10/2022 • 52 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 116: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 22
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
8/9/2022 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 16 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 21
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 Round 21 NRL tips
8/3/2022 • 35 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 115: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 21
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
8/3/2022 • 54 minutes, 36 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 21
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
8/2/2022 • 48 minutes, 56 seconds
Episode 26: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 21
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
8/1/2022 • 50 minutes, 22 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 20
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 Round 20 NRL tips
7/27/2022 • 30 minutes, 11 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 20
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
7/27/2022 • 53 minutes, 50 seconds
Episode 114: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 20
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
7/26/2022 • 55 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 25: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 20
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
7/26/2022 • 50 minutes, 37 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 19
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 Round 19 NRL tips
7/20/2022 • 34 minutes, 56 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 19
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
7/20/2022 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode 113: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 19
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
7/19/2022 • 59 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 24: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 19
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
7/19/2022 • 48 minutes, 12 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 18
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 Round 18 NRL tips
7/13/2022 • 30 minutes, 12 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 18
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
7/13/2022 • 45 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 112: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 18
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
7/12/2022 • 58 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 23: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 18
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
7/11/2022 • 54 minutes, 24 seconds
The Half-Backed Podcast: Round 17
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
7/7/2022 • 26 minutes, 33 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 17
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
7/6/2022 • 1 hour, 17 seconds
Episode 111: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 17
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
7/5/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 18 seconds
Episode 22: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 17
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
7/5/2022 • 50 minutes, 35 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 16
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
6/29/2022 • 59 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode 110: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 16
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
6/28/2022 • 1 hour, 21 seconds
Episode 21: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 16
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
6/28/2022 • 59 minutes, 46 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Review
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
6/21/2022 • 48 minutes, 43 seconds
Episode 20: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 15
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
6/21/2022 • 1 hour, 3 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 15
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
6/15/2022 • 55 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 19: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 14
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
6/14/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 1 second
Episode 109: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 15
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
6/14/2022 • 57 minutes, 30 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 14
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
6/7/2022 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 108: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 14
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
6/7/2022 • 52 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 18: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 13
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
6/7/2022 • 1 hour, 26 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 13
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
6/1/2022 • 44 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 107: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 13
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
5/31/2022 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode 17: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 12
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
5/31/2022 • 56 minutes, 36 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 12
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
5/25/2022 • 1 hour, 40 seconds
Episode 106: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 12
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
5/24/2022 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 16: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 11
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
5/24/2022 • 53 minutes, 13 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 11
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
5/18/2022 • 38 minutes, 24 seconds
Episode 105: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 11
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
5/17/2022 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 15: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 10
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
5/16/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 57 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 10
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
5/10/2022 • 30 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 104: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 10
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
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
5/3/2022 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 33 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 9
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
5/3/2022 • 49 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 13: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 8
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
5/2/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 8 seconds
Episode 102: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 8
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
4/27/2022 • 46 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 12: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 7
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
4/26/2022 • 59 minutes, 20 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 8
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
4/26/2022 • 43 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 101: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 7
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
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 7
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
4/19/2022 • 36 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 100: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 6
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
4/13/2022 • 54 minutes, 31 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 6
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.
4/13/2022 • 36 minutes
Episode 10: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 5
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
4/11/2022 • 59 minutes, 55 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 5
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.
4/6/2022 • 24 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 99: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 5
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
4/5/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 9: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 4
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
4/5/2022 • 52 minutes, 54 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 4
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.
3/29/2022 • 32 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode 98: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 4
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
3/29/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 8: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 3
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
3/28/2022 • 1 hour, 22 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru, Rd 3
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
3/22/2022 • 44 minutes, 12 seconds
Episode 97: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 3
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
3/22/2022 • 58 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 7: SC Playbook AFL podcast
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
3/22/2022 • 59 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 96: SC Playbook NRL podcast, Rd 2
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
3/15/2022 • 49 minutes, 22 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru
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
3/15/2022 • 35 minutes, 36 seconds
Episode 6: SC Playbook AFL podcast, Rd 1
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
3/14/2022 • 51 minutes, 22 seconds
Episode 95: SC Playbook NRL podcast
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
3/8/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 50 seconds
Beers and Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru
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.
3/8/2022 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 56 seconds
Episode 5: SC Playbook AFL podcast
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
3/7/2022 • 47 minutes, 34 seconds
Episode 94: SC Playbook podcast
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
3/2/2022 • 54 minutes, 53 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru
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?
3/1/2022 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
Episode 4: SC Playbook AFL podcast
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
3/1/2022 • 46 minutes, 34 seconds
Episode 93: SC Playbook NRL podcast
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
2/24/2022 • 59 minutes, 9 seconds
Beers & Breakevens: SC Playbook x Rugby League Guru
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?
2/22/2022 • 49 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 3: SC Playbook AFL podcast
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
2/21/2022 • 46 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 2: SC Playbook AFL podcast
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
2/16/2022 • 44 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 92: SC Playbook NRL podcast
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
2/15/2022 • 50 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 91: SC Playbook NRL podcast
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
2/9/2022 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 57 seconds
Episode 1: SC Playbook AFL podcast
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
2/7/2022 • 46 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 90: SC Playbook NRL podcast
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
2/3/2022 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 89: SC Playbook podcast
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
1/16/2022 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 59 seconds
Episode 88: SC Playbook podcast
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
1/10/2022 • 50 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 87: SC Playbook podcast
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
1/4/2022 • 52 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode 86: SC Playbook podcast
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
12/28/2021 • 56 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 85: SC Playbook podcast
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
12/21/2021 • 1 hour, 22 seconds
Episode 84: SC Playbook podcast
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
12/15/2021 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 44 seconds
Episode 83: SC Playbook podcast
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
12/8/2021 • 58 minutes, 22 seconds
Episode 82: SC Playbook podcast
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
11/30/2021 • 52 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 81: SC Playbook podcast
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
11/24/2021 • 49 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 80: SC Playbook podcast
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
11/17/2021 • 48 minutes, 50 seconds
Episode 79: SC Playbook podcast, BBL pre-season
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
11/4/2021 • 46 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 78: SC Playbook podcast, season recap
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
9/9/2021 • 56 minutes, 31 seconds
Episode 77: SC Playbook podcast
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
8/31/2021 • 49 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 76: SC Playbook podcast
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
8/24/2021 • 53 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 75: SC Playbook podcast
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
8/17/2021 • 51 minutes, 50 seconds
Episode 74: SC Playbook podcast
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
8/10/2021 • 1 hour, 10 seconds
Episode 73: SC Playbook podcast
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
8/3/2021 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 72: SC Playbook podcast
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
7/27/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 71: SC Playbook podcast
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
7/20/2021 • 58 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 70: SC Playbook podcast
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
7/14/2021 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 7 seconds
Episode 69: SC Playbook podcast
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
7/6/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode 68: SC Playbook podcast
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
6/29/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 67: SC Playbook podcast
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
6/15/2021 • 59 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 66: SC Playbook podcast
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
6/8/2021 • 52 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 65: SC Playbook podcast
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
6/1/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 57 seconds
Episode 64: SC Playbook podcast
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
5/25/2021 • 57 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 63: SC Playbook podcast
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
5/18/2021 • 59 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 62: SC Playbook podcast
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
5/11/2021 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 61: SC Playbook podcast
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
5/4/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode 60: SC Playbook podcast
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
4/27/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 59: SC Playbook podcast
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
4/20/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 50 seconds
Episode 58: SC Playbook podcast
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 questions
Give us feedback in the comment section below, let us know if you like the old game-by-game format or prefer the new approach.
4/13/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 57: SC Playbook podcast
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.
4/6/2021 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 48 seconds
Episode 56: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/30/2021 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 34 seconds
Episode 55: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/23/2021 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 54: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/16/2021 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode 53: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/9/2021 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 50 seconds
Episode 52: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/2/2021 • 56 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 51: SC Playbook podcast
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.
2/26/2021 • 59 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 50: SC Playbook podcast
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.
2/17/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 49: SC Playbook podcast
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.
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2/10/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 48: SC Playbook podcast
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.
2/3/2021 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode 47: SC Playbook podcast
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.
1/28/2021 • 49 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 46: SC Playbook podcast
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.
1/18/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 45: SC Playbook podcast
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.
1/9/2021 • 56 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 44: SC Playbook podcast
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.
1/3/2021 • 44 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 43: SC Playbook podcast
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.
12/31/2020 • 49 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 42: SC Playbook podcast
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.
12/23/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 41: SC Playbook podcast
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.
12/16/2020 • 44 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 40: SC Playbook podcast
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.
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12/8/2020 • 50 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode 39: SC Playbook podcast
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.
12/3/2020 • 45 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 38: SC Playbook podcast
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.
11/26/2020 • 39 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode 37: SC Playbook podcast
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.
11/17/2020 • 52 minutes
Episode 36: SC Playbook podcast
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!
9/30/2020 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 35: SC Playbook podcast
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.
9/22/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 34: SC Playbook podcast
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.
9/15/2020 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 18 seconds
Episode 33: SC Playbook podcast
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.
9/8/2020 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode 32: SC Playbook podcast
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.
9/1/2020 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 31: SC Playbook podcast
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.
8/25/2020 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 30: SC Playbook podcast
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.
8/18/2020 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 57 seconds
Episode 29: SC Playbook podcast
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.
8/12/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 28: SC Playbook podcast
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.
8/4/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 27: SC Playbook podcast
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.
7/28/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 26: SC Playbook podcast
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.
7/21/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 25: SC Playbook podcast
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.
7/14/2020 • 53 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 24: SC Playbook podcast
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.
7/7/2020 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 31 seconds
Episode 23: SC Playbook podcast
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.
7/1/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 3 seconds
Episode 22: SC Playbook podcast
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.
6/23/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode 21: SC Playbook podcast
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.
6/16/2020 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 18 seconds
Episode 20: SC Playbook podcast
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.
6/9/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 10 seconds
Episode 19: SC Playbook podcast
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.
6/2/2020 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode 18: SC Playbook podcast
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.
5/26/2020 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 34 seconds
Episode 17: SC Playbook podcast
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.
5/19/2020 • 53 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 16: SC Playbook podcast
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.
5/13/2020 • 47 minutes, 2 seconds
Episode 15: SC Playbook podcast, champion's special, part two
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.
5/6/2020 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds
Episode 14: SC Playbook podcast, champion's special, part one
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.
4/30/2020 • 54 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode 13: SC Playbook podcast
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.
4/22/2020 • 47 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 12: SC Playbook podcast ft Adam Elliott
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.
4/8/2020 • 55 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode 11: SC Playbook podcast ft Jarrod Croker
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.
4/2/2020 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 10: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/26/2020 • 46 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode nine: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/17/2020 • 48 minutes, 8 seconds
Episode eight: SC Playbook podcast
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.
3/10/2020 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode seven: SC Playbook pre-season podcast
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.
3/3/2020 • 49 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode six: SC Playbook pre-season podcast
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.
2/25/2020 • 58 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode five: SC Playbook pre-season podcast
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.
2/18/2020 • 52 minutes, 39 seconds
Episode four: SC Playbook pre-season podcast
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.
2/11/2020 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds
Episode three: SC Playbook pre-season pod
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.
2/6/2020 • 47 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode two: SC Playbook pre-season podcast
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.
1/30/2020 • 39 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode one: SC Playbook pre-season
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