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#275: NRL Supercoach 2026, HFB dilemma, who's the No.2 pick to Cleary? Ft Wallaby Nick Frost

Australian Rugby star and NRL Supercoach 8th placed finisher Nick Frost joins the show to try and work out which star halfback is the best man to partner Nathan Cleary moving forward.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, Wallaby and 2025's 8th placed finisher Nick Frost ahead of NRL Supercoach Round 5.The boys recap the NRL Round 5 team lists, with Payne Haas named to return along with Tom Chester despite the Cowboys upset win over the Storm.They then discuss the red-hot halfback position, looking at which star No.7 you need to partner with Nathan Cleary moving forward, then reveal their trade and captaincy plans for Round 5.00:00 Frosty joins the show15:00 Team list Tuesday: Haas returns, Chester's big inclusion25:00 Halfback planning: Nicho? Doueihi? Hughes? Campbell?50:00 Hot topics: Apologies for Arama 01:04:30 Trades and skippers: Is Kini's time up?Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook league code ($1000 prize): 479 007Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 20261h 18m

Weekly wrap: Halfback Flex? Cleary leads No.7 point explosions

The NRL Supercoach halfback position has erupted with Nathan Cleary, Adam Doueihi, Nicho Hynes and Jahrome Hughes all flying, so who are the priority picks with the Flex position in mind?Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL Round 4 action.10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 202639 min

NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, best man to rescue your battered front-row

The NRL Supercoach front-row position has been battered by injuries and suspensions early on, so who is the best man to rescue the big boy position?Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community and discusses the key issues plaguing people before NRL round 4.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 202634 min

Half-Backed NRL podcast: More Payne incoming for broken Broncos

A week of turmoil headlined by an injury to Payne Haas has the Brisbane Broncos vulnerable ahead of the local derby, with the Dolphins to add further woes to their troubled NRL Premiership defence,The Half-Backed podcast links SC Playbook's Tim Williams and rugby league expert Matty (The Waterboy) Buxton to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:00:00 Absolutely locked and loaded01:20 Weekend recap: When it rains, it pours07:00 NRL Round 4 bets: Cash in on rampant Panthers16:00 Moral of the week: Storm surge in Townsville18:00 NRL Round 4 tips: Phins pile more pain on BroncosPrices subject to change.What’s gambling really costing you?. Set a deposit limit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 202623 min

Beers & Breakevens: Dire warning for Payne Haas holders ft NRL Physio

NRL Supercoach has been rocked by the injury to star prop Payne Haas, and while he seems an obvious hold, health expert NRL Physio isn't so convinced he shouldn't be on the chopping block this week.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 4.They boys deep dive into the major team list drops ahead of Supercoach Round 4, with a tough decision looming around whether to hold or sell gun cheapie Ryan Couchman after copping a four match ban.Tim also provides his NRL Supercoach stats deep dive, looking at Kulikefu Finefeuiaki, Jaydn Su'A, Joe Chan, Samuela Fainu and more.00:00 Kat's coming in hot14:20 Team lists: How will Metcalf impact Boyd?48:00 NRL Physio returns: Concerns for Payne Haas54:00 Timmy's stat deep dive: 2RF mid-rangers explode01:10:00 Trade and captaincy plansSubscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 20261h 39m

#274: NRL Supercoach 2026, have NZ duo really become true Supercoach Warriors?

The NRL Supercoach 2026 season has hit a road bump in the form of injuries and suspensions, with moves to be made, are we convinced in-form New Zealand Warriors duo of Tanah Boyd and Jackson Ford have evolved into genuine Supercoach guns?Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and Winston Neville ahead of NRL Supercoach Round 4.The boys recap the NRL Round 4 team lists, with a shock early injury return of Luke Metcalf to have an impact on the popular Tanah Boyd, and Broncos enforcer Payne Haas ruled out.They then discuss the fullback position with their short-terms, including whether to hold or sell Keano Kini, before looking at the most traded in players headlined by Joe Chan, then reveal their trade and captaincy plans for Round 4.00:00 Injuries and suspensions hit hard09:10 Team list Tuesday: Haas misses out28:45 Fullback planning: Hold or sell Kini?55:50 Hot topics: What’s the plan with Warriors weapons?01:14:00 Trades and skippers: Can Reece Walsh finally hit three figures?Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook league code ($1000 prize): 479 007Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 20261h 23m

Weekly wrap: Injuries, suspensions hit hard as Chan joins 2RF goldmine

We're just three rounds into the NRL Supercoach season, but a landslide of injuries and suspensions have hit hard on a week where Joe Chan and Jaydn Su'A added themselves to the 2RF goldmine.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL Round 3 action.10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 202653 min

Half-Backed NRL podcast: All eyes on Iro the Hero

Cronulla Sharks flyer KL Iro was a try-scoring sensation last season, but his NRL 2026 campaign hasn't delivered the same results, will it all change with a dream Round 3 match-up?The Half-Backed podcast links SC Playbook's Tim Williams and rugby league expert Matty (The Waterboy) Buxton to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:00:00 Spoiler alert, we're running hot01:40 Weekend recap: Hail Mary for the ages06:10 NRL Round 3 bets: Iro the Hero20:00 Moral of the week: Up the Wahs21:00 NRL Round 3 tips: Unstoppable RiffPrices subject to change.What’s gambling really costing you?. Set a deposit limit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 202627 min

NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, load on cheapies? Yes we Chan!

The NRL Supercoach cheapie scene is bursting to begin the scene, yet coaches are overlooking potentially one of the best in the game in Storm back-rower Joe Chan.Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community and discusses the key issues plaguing people before NRL round 3.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 202631 min

Beers & Breakevens: The most important trade week of NRL Supercoach season

We've arrived at the most important trade week of the NRL Supercoach season with the first price changes of 2026 on our doorstep, do we lock in all the cheapie brigade or target the in-form guns?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 3.They boys deep dive into the major team list drops ahead of Supercoach Round 3, with mixed thoughts around the impact of Jacob Liddle's return on the minutes of popular cheapie Ryan Couchman.Tim also provides his NRL Supercoach stats deep dive, looking at Stefano Utoikamanu, Kulikefu Finefeuiaki, Ryan Couchman, Leka Halasima and more.00:00 Breaking down scarves09:00 Team lists: Nervous wait on cheapie Chester35:00 Cash v points, talking tactics46:00 NRL Physio returns: Sharpe at 100% for return?48:50 Timmy's stat deep dive: Stefano bangs out the big numbers01:12:20 Trade and captaincy plansSubscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOBeers & Breakevens unlimited league code, $5000 prize money: 968 952Bluewealth Property Showcase: https://shorturl.at/fv3wk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18, 20261h 36m

#273: NRL Supercoach 2026, points explosion changes Supercoach trade landscape

The NRL Supercoach 2026 season has started with an explosion of points, with new rules and stats forcing a complete re-think of our early season trade strategy.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and former overall champion Dez Creek ahead of NRL Supercoach Round 3.The boys recap the the NRL Round 3 team lists, with mixed news for a pair of popular Melbourne Storm cheapies.They then discuss the trade strategy shift from early cash generation to points focus, before looking at the most traded in players headlined by Sua Fa'alogo and Latrell Mitchell, then reveal their trade and captaincy plans for Round 3.00:00 Dezzy's coming in hot08:40 Team list Tuesday: Leka the Wrecker hits the radar29:20 Strategy talk: Cash generation vs points focus45:40 Spy Talk: Interpreting new linebreak criteria50:30 Hot topics: Latrell Mitchell a must or wait till post bye?01:07:00 Trades and skippers: Can Storm contain Payne Haas?Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook league code ($1000 prize): 479 007Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 20261h 13m

Early Mail Round 3: Blore injury locks in Storm cheapies + Draft waiver picks

The Melbourne Storm are set to welcome back an Origin back-row rep, while an unfortunate injury to the returning Shawn Blore will lock in two golden cheapies for the foreseeable future.The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your NRL Supercoach side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week.Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 20266 min

Weekly wrap: Freakish Fa'alogo erupts as Ponga injury sours Knights reign

Melbourne Storm flyer Sua Fa'alogo put on an NRL Supercoach clinic in the dying stages of the win over the Dragons, while Kalyn Ponga's injury made for a mixed bag in the fullback slot to start the season.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL Round 2 action.10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 202655 min

NRL Supercoach 2026: Q+A, Makasini at centre of sit v start dilemmas

With the unreliability of cheapies, NRL Supercoach early season sit v start dilemmas are a headache for all, so do we lock in boom Wests Tigers rookie Heamasi Makasini to our 18s in Round 2 or take a punt elsewhere?Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community and discusses the key issues plaguing people before NRL round 2.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 202630 min

Half-Backed NRL podcast: Perfect Panthers to hand Sharks reality check

Penrith and Cronulla started their NRL 2026 campaign with near perfection, but a trip out to the bush is set to hand the red-hot Sharks an early reality check.The Half-Backed podcast links SC Playbook's Tim Williams and rugby league expert Matty (The Waterboy) Buxton to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:00:00 Full round footy is back01:10 Weekend recap: Waterboy's locked in for 202606:00 NRL Round 2 bets: Cody's hot hand18:15 Moral of the week: Dolphins redemption19:00 NRL Round 2 tips: Should Rabbitohs be favourites?Prices subject to change.What’s gambling really costing you?. Set a deposit limit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 202625 min

Beers & Breakevens: Don't jump the gun on Colonel Sanders

Rookie Canberra Raiders halfback Ethan Sanders was a star of NRL Supercoach Round 1, but are Daniel Atkinson owners getting ahead of themselves with an early rage trade in the halves slot?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 2.They boy deep dive into the first major team drops ahead of Supercoach Round 1, with mixed news at the judiciary for J'maine Hopgood and Braidon Burns (Tom Chester impact).Tim also provides his NRL Supercoach stats deep dive, looking at Noah Martin, Jesse Colquhoun, James Fisher-Harris, Tom Chester, Jesse Ramien and Ryan Couchman.00:00 Ru takes an early lead, alongside an early crow06:45 Team lists: Proceed with Couchman caution30:00 Winston's trade dilemma40:24 NRL Physio returns: Nicho's pain is Noah's gain41:10 Timmy's stat deep dive: Concern for Colquhoun01:00:00 Ru's Q+A for Timmy: Early move on Atkinson to Sanders?01:14:40 Trade and captaincy plansSubscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOBeers & Breakevens unlimited league code, $5000 prize money: 968 952Bluewealth Property Showcase: https://shorturl.at/fv3wkSponsors reach out: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 20261h 27m

#273: NRL Supercoach 2026, hold fire on potent Ponga as trade rage looms large

Kalyn Ponga showed shades of his NRL Supercoach best in the Newcastle Knights season opener in Las Vegas, but a host of other gun mid-range fullback options should have coaches wary of moving too early on the star No.1.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and former overall champion Dez Creek ahead of NRL Supercoach Round 2.The boys recap the the NRL Round 2 team lists, with Wests Tigers boom rookie Heamasi Makasini set for a new role to kick off the new campaign.They then analyse the new try-assist interpretations, the most traded in players headlined by Braydon Trindall and Tom Trbojevic, then reveal their trade and captaincy plans for Round 2.00:00 Could we return to 2021 Supercoach scoring?10:30 Team list Tuesday: Hopgood blow, Makasini's new role25:30 Spy Talk: Interpreting new try-assist criteria44:00 Hot topics: Too early for Atkinson to Sander?01:10:10 Trades and skippers: Will Walsh bounce back in Brisbane?Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook league code ($1000 prize): 479 007Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 20261h 17m

Weekly wrap: Sharks sizzle as Prince Nicho reigns again

NRL Supercoach has produced one of its highest scoring opening rounds in years, with Cronulla Sharks halves pairing of Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall providing the hot hand to begin the new campaign.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL Round 1 action.10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 8, 202658 min

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

NRL Supercoach gun Latrell Mitchell is hugely popular to begin the season, but with work rate a concern and heavy rain forecast over their opening round clash is he worth fading early on?Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community and discusses the key issues plaguing people before NRL round 1.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 202631 min

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

Selwyn Cobbo has found himself a new home for the NRL 2026 season at the Dolphins, with the star winger landing in a goldmine for NRL try-scoring.The Half-Backed podcast links SC Playbook's Tim Williams and rugby league expert Matty (The Waterboy) Buxton to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:00:00 Coming in hot to the 2026 season03:00 Weekend recap: Jackpot in Vegas!07:35 NRL Round 1 bets: Sharks left side, strong side21:00 NRL Round 1 tips: Panthers eye redemption over PremiersPrices subject to change.What’s gambling really costing you?. Set a deposit limit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 4, 202627 min

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

NRL Supercoach cheapies have flooded in following the first major team list Tuesday of 2026, with Dolphins forward Thomas Flegler a big winner on return from two years out of the game.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.The boys recap the Vegas standouts including Trey Mooney, Damien Cook and Ru himself, while touching on their team's performance in the openers.They also deep dive into the first major team drops ahead of Supercoach Round 1, with a host of cheapies emerging (and disappearing) and a major boost for Tom Flegler on return to the NRL.0:00 Guru in Vegas, Timmy conquers Bloke5:18 Storm v Eels 13:29 Warriors v Roosters17:27 Broncos v Panthers 19:26 Sharks v Titans26:49 Manly v Raiders 29:40 Dolphins v Souths 35:32 Our players we locked in for Vegas games 52:52 VC Loophole scenarios 56:55 CTW cheapie chat 1:01:19 Shark Park name changesSubscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOBeers & Breakevens unlimited league code, $5000 prize money: 968 952Sponsors reach out: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 4, 20261h 3m

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

NRL Supercoach 2026 Team lists have dropped for the remainder of Round 1, with all eyes on Keaon Koloamatangi and red flags surrounding a stack of 2RF cheapies.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, Max Bryden and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.The boys recap the weekend Supercoach winners and losers from Vegas, headlined by the magical Kalyn Ponga and hard-running Heilum Luki, then dissect the remaining round 1 squad lists with the Raiders making huge changes to their roster.They then analyse the new scoring system changes that emerged from the Vegas fixtures, followed by Maxy's full NRL Supercoach team reveal.00:00 Spy the hairdresser06:40 Vegas Supercoach stats system recap11:50 Vegas NRL Supercoach winners and losers24:00 Team list Tuesday: Red flags around 2RF cheapies50:20 Maxy's team reveal: Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook league code ($1000 prize): 479 007Beers & Breakevens league code ($5000 prize): 968 952SC Playbook women's league code ($500): 593442 Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 3, 20261h 5m

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

Newcastle Knights superstar Kalyn Ponga failed to feature in the NRL pre-season, but the gun No.1 put in a Las Vegas masterclass to remind Supercoaches of his brilliant best.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action in the Vegas season openers.10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 1, 202643 min

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

The NRL Supercoach hooking position has been thrown into chaos days out from the Vegas opener with hugely owned Rabbitoh Brandon Smith going down injured, so what's the plan at hooker?Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, looks into the hooking position dilemma and the key issues plaguing people before round 1.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 202630 min

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

The Newcastle Knights NRL 2026 spine has finally been decided after months of conjecture, with pressure on to perform, five-eighth Fletcher Sharpe is set to shine in the bright lights of Las Vegas.The Half-Backed podcast links SC Playbook's Tim Williams and rugby league expert Matty (The Waterboy) Buxton to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:00:00 Coming in hot to the 2026 season05:10 NRL 2026 season bets: Long shot top try-scorers19:20 NRL Vegas bets: Sharpe as a tackPrices subject to change.What’s gambling really costing you?. Set a deposit limit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 202627 min

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

The NRL Supercoach second-row forward position is littered with genuine options for round 1, with the new stats system likely to favour Penrith veteran Isaah Yeo who could hit gun status in 2026.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.The boys assess the top owned 2RF, with Ru eyeing a monster Vegas POD play in Dylan Lucas, and Tim torn over his beloved Cam Murray to kick-off the new campaign.00:00 Firing up for Vegas03:00 2RF analysis: Will Yeo hit gun status under new system?Sponsors reach out: [email protected] to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOBeers & Breakevens unlimited league code, $5000 prize money: 968 952 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 202659 min

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

In one of the biggest shows of the NRL Supercoach season, we reveal our cheapie rankings for the new campaign, dissect the Vegas NRL squad lists, and cap it off with a team reveal from former champion Dezzy Creek.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, past winner Dezzy Creek and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.The boys recap the weekend Supercoach winners and losers, headlined by Campbell Graham and the Rabbitohs, then dissect the Las Vegas squad lists with the Knights revealing their new look halves pairing.They then rank their backline and forward cheapies for round 1, followed by Dezzy's full NRL Supercoach team reveal.00:00 Dez's Sri Lankan sabbatical06:20 Trial recap: Bunnies fire, Walker and DCE gel19:00 Team list Tuesday: Knights reveal Sharpe spine38:20 Cheapie rankings: Cheese rockets up the list01:04:00 Dez's team reveal: Left-field flex position callSubscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook league code ($1000 prize): 479 007Beers & Breakevens league code ($5000 prize): 968 952SC Playbook women's league code ($500): 593442 Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 24, 20261h 19m

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

The start to the NRL Supercoach season has been rocked with Penrith Panthers champion playmaker Nathan Cleary copping a two-match suspension, leaving plenty on the lookout for a new halfback for Round 1.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL trial action and also reveals his full squad to begin the 2026 campaign.10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 202658 min

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

Brisbane Broncos NRL Supercoach star Reece Walsh is the talking point of the 2026 pre-season, after the club's shock loss to Hull KR in the World Club Challenge do we pay up or avoid the gun No.1 to begin the year?Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, recaps the talking points from the World Club Challenge and looks at the key issues plaguing people before round 1.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 202631 min

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

The NRL Supercoach halves positions are as wide open as they've been in a recent memory, do we look back on history and back South Sydney Rabbitohs playmaker Cody Walker to wind back the clock at bargain value?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.The boys assess the top owned halfbacks and five-eighths, with the No.7 slot wide open and currently headlined by a pair of enticing cheapies and the premium gun in Nathan Cleary, who has to overcome a brutal opening draw for the Penrith Panthers in 2026.00:00 Ramping up for 202610:00 Halfback analysis: Atkinson v Sanders, can Cleary overcome draw?50:00 Five-eighth: Money Munster or chase value elsewhere?Sponsors reach out: [email protected] to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOBeers & Breakevens unlimited league code, $5000 prize money: 968 952 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18, 20261h 20m

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

It's easy to follow the crowd into the NRL Supercoach 2026 season, but perhaps more than ever there's a tonne of point of difference players at sub 10% ownership to consider, headlined by an undervalued number one hooker in Blayke Brailey.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.The boys deep further into the new stats system, with access to the behind-the-scenes data to unveil the true winners of the change.They also discuss the Supercoach team list Tuesday eye catchers, with Brandon Smith the standout, and recap the weekend action with Thomas Flegler starring on return from a two year layoff.Then they dive into the sub 10% owned players to differentiate your squad from rivals.00:00 Spy's trip to the dentist05:00 Trial recap: Luki, Flegler catch the eye14:00 Team list Tuesday: Cheap Cheese tastes good26:00 True prices: New stat system winners 37:00 POD hunting: Low-ownership picks to considerSubscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook unlimited league code: 479007Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scwEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 20261h 1m

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

NRL Supercoach gun Valentine Holmes will feature for the St. George Illawarra Dragons in the NRL Vegas opener, but a pre-season hamstring concern has his Supercoach credentials under major scrutiny.Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, looking at key issues plaguing people before round 1.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 202633 min

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

NRL Supercoach has a new stats system, and centres are the huge winners with Herbie Farnworth headlining a list of outside backs set to explode under the interpretations.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.The boys assess the top owned centres, now the most important position to begin the season, with elite players such as Farnworth and Val Holmes looking even better, and a number of mid-rangers including Stephen Crichton coming into relevance.00:00 Matty the Waterboy joins the show01:00 Question time: What does the new stat system look like?29:30 Centre analysis: Latrell's positional shift gets a boostSponsors reach out: [email protected] to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 20261h 7m

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

NRL Supercoach 2026 has been sent into a frenzy, with a new stats provider announced which will shake-up the game substantially ahead of NRL round 1, so what does it all mean and how can we exploit it to succeed?Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, Random Stats Guy and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.The boys deep dive into new stats system, explaining the changes, what it means for the game, and the positional winners and losers.They also discuss the Supercoach team list Tuesday eye catchers, then Spy reveals his full squad with analysis to begin the new campaign.00:00 Supercoach stats overhaul06:20 New stats system explainer: Positional winners and losers32:00 Team list Tuesday: Bad news for Cowboys cheapie47:30 Spy's team reveal: Weird Flex and seeing ClearySubscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook unlimited league code: 479007Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 10, 20261h 8m

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

NRL Supercoach gun Payne Haas is popular among coaches to start the new season, but at the huge price tag is there a case to start without the Brisbane Broncos enforcer?Supercoach veteran Tim Williams has his say on stacks of questions from the SC Playbook subscriber community, looking at key issues plaguing people before round 1.Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO10% off Mountain Culture beers, discount code MOUNTAINCULTURE4PEAT: https://mountainculture.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 202624 min

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

The NRL Supercoach hooking position is wide open to begin the new season, do we simply lock in a potentially undervalued Harry Grant or look elsewhere for value in the position?Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.The boys assess the top owned hookers and front-row forwards for the season, with Payne Haas looking irresistible despite the enormous price tag and Blayke Brailey pushing Harry Grant in the hooking ranks.00:00 Ru's rough cruise experience06:20 Hooker analysis: Cheap Cheese and Harry Houdini36:10 Front-row analysis: Splash for Haas? Stefano's crazy ownershipSponsors reach out: [email protected] to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 4, 20261h 2m

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

We've done the breakdown of the NRL Supercoach 2026 fixtures, with the early draw working against the Penrith Panthers there's a huge case to fade Nathan Cleary.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy, the OG Guru Tommy Sangster and Matty the Waterboy as we launch deeper into the 2026 campaign.The boys deep dive into the early fixture analysis and continue their Supercoach team previews, with the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs and Penrith Panthers.They also quiz Tommy Sangster on what's new at NRL Supercoach in 2026, headlined by the Supercoach Cup.00:00 Sangster joins the show06:00 Team list Tuesday: Tuipulotu return spoils cheapie party13:40 Sangster Q+A: Dual position loading? Supercoach Cup22:30 Fixture analysis: Early season teams to target and avoid41:10 Bulldogs team preview: Can Turbo bounce back?45:40 Panthers team preview: All eyes on cheapie lock Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook unlimited league code: 479007Mortgage Choice SCW Instagram: @mortgagechoice_scw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 3, 202651 min

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

As we deep dive into fullbacks for the NRL Supercoach 2026 season, Kalyn Ponga comes at an enticing price if you can fend off the red flags surrounding the Knights No.1.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.The boys assess the top owned fullbacks for the season, with Keano Kini looming as a must and mixed feelings about paying up for Reece Walsh to begin the new campaign.00:00 Kat returns for 202607:40 Supercoach blast from the past11:30 Fullback analysis: Splash the cash for Walsh?Sponsors reach out: [email protected] to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202649 min

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

Nicho Hynes is among the best NRL Supercoach players in recent years, with Cronulla promising plenty in 2026 is he the value halfback to begin the Supercoach season?Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the SC Spy and Matty the Waterboy as we launch into the 2026 campaign.The boys reveal their trade boost strategy and begin their Supercoach team previews, starting with the Brisbane Broncos, Canberra Raiders, Cronulla Sharks and Manly Warringah Sea Eagles.00:00 Spy's back in business06:00 Boosting strategy: Go hard or save for later?15:40 Broncos team preview: Pay up for Walsh and Haas?29:30 Raiders team preview: Nothing Strange about rookie playmakers37:30 Sea Eagles team preview: Can Turbo bounce back?45:40 Sharks team preview: All eyes on cheapie lock Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook unlimited league code: 479007 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 202655 min

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

Whether you're an NRL Supercoach beginner, intermediate or veteran, there's a host of strategies which can be applied to ensure you're well placed to succeed when starting your yearly campaign for glory.In an SC Playbook NRL Supercoach special edition pre-season podcast, former runner-up Tim Williams is joined by the Bloody Brilliant Beers podcast duo of Darcy and Clutz who are new to Supercoach and like many, are eager to learn the ropes of the greatest game of all.The boys have picked their teams for the upcoming season which Tim picks apart while taking questions and touching on everything from basics of NRL Supercoach for beginners, to strategic moves that can help even the most experienced of players.04:10 Terminology and abbreviations 15:40 What’s the Flex?20:30 Finding value21:55 Breakevens and squad value33:20 Don’t cheap out: Use every player36:00 Back your instincts38:20 Research & saving cash41:50 Player price changes46:50 Head not heart51:20 Exceptions to money making53:25 Don’t let byes scare you56:50 Fullbacks & flex picks01:01:00 Can you have too many from one team?Subscribe to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 20261h 3m

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

Beers and Breakevens returns for the 2026 NRL Supercoach season, with the game's greatest rivalry back on the line to claim the coveted Stallion.To open the season, the boys play Devil's advocate in looking at the reasons not to start with the top 11 most owned players in NRL Supercoach.Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 1.From red flags around David Fifita, to job security around Ethan Sanders, there's a number of reasons why you don't have to follow the crowd with the game's most popular players.00:00 Back in business06:00 Devil's advocate: Reasons to avoid most owned playersSponsors reach out: [email protected] to SC Playbook in 2026: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 21, 20261h 2m

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

NRL Supercoach 2026 has officially launched, with the new campaign underway Tim has dropped his full squad reveal for round 1, with no room for a premium fullback or halves option to start the season.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by former Socceroo and Supercoach veteran Matt Jurman and Matty the Waterboy as we launch into the 2026 campaign.Tim reveals his player-by-player selections for NRL Supercoach round 1, with a stacked CTW grouping and a light spine to kick off the season.00:00 Matty's SC Playbook debut05:00 Tim's NRL Supercoach team reveal: Forwards29:00 Tim's NRL Supercoach team reveal: Backs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 202653 min

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

The NRL Supercoach 2026 pre-season has begun as we edge closer to trial matches and the Vegas opener, as it continues to unfold it'll become clear that Keano Kini is the true No.1 pick.Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams is joined by Supercoach expert Max Bryden as we launch into the 2026 campaign.To kick off the pre-season, the boys look at the lessons they learned from the NRL Supercoach 2025 season, the under-valued players to target and Tim's first picked players for the new season.00:00 We're back! What's in store for SC Playbook in 202607:00 What we learned from 2025 Supercoach season23:40 Under-valued players to target for round 136:00 Tim's first picked players Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 13, 202643 min

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

The NRL Supercoach 2026 Team Picker has opened as an early Christmas gift to players, so who are the winners and losers on first sight at the new season?Former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and Random Stats Guy react live to the Team Picker release, working together to pick a collaborative squad on the fly.They discuss the best squad structures, controversial player positions and prices, must-haves, cheapie options and plenty more as they come up with their full Supercoach squad.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guaranteeSubscribe to SC Playbook in 2025: https://bit.ly/4jmRSGOSC Playbook tee-shirt sale, 30% off for Christmas gifts: https://bit.ly/4iyiWCK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 202550 min

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

The build up to NRL Supercoach 2026 has begun with the release of the draw for the new season.To scratch the off-season itch, Tim Williams has broken down the early part of the season to work out which clubs are the winners and losers from the fixture release.He also dives into the eye catchers for round 1, dropping his must-haves, strong buys and pre-season monitors based on the players starting at early value.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ http://nordvpn.com/scplaybookTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 202522 min

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

With the NRL Supercoach year officially over, it's time to look back at the trade hits, misses and everything in between for Guru's team.On Beers and Breakevens, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru run through everybody from Tommy Trbojevic, to Tommy Starling and busting Ryan Papenhuyzen for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 202518 min

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

With the NRL Supercoach year officially over, it's time to look back at the trade hits, misses and everything in between for Tim's team.On Beers and Breakevens, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru run through everybody from Connor Tracey, to Reece Walsh and Herbie Farnworth (or lack thereof). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 8, 202519 min

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

With the NRL Supercoach 2025 season coming to an end, it's time to sit back for the night of nights to present the awards for the standout players as we name our Team of the Year, along with a few funky awards.In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and former 6th placed overall finisher Clementine Cassidy are on deck for the NRL Supercoach awards show.They go through their position-by-position winners, left-field awards and the all-important MVP of the year.00:00 Team of the Year voting22:00 Cheapie, Coaches, MVP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7, 202535 min

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

Broncos centre Gehamat Shibasaki has been one of the breakout stars of the NRL season, can he deliver on the game's biggest stage to cap off the perfect year?NRL Supercoach finals are a one week play which will lead to plenty of template teams of the best players that look very similar, so what does a side look like if you leave out all of the highest owned players?Tim Williams picks a team for NRL Supercoach grand finals, leaving out all the big dogs to go against the grain with a point of difference team.SmartPlay Fantasy, give it a crack: http://bit.ly/4gcST38 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 202510 min

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

The Half-Backed podcast crew are all eyeing profitable returns for the 2025 season, with plenty hinging on the performance of superstar Storm playmaker Jahrome Hughes in the 2025 NRL Grand Final.The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, data analyst Jimmy Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week:00:00 Sam takes over the Northern Pride04:30 Finals week three results: Iro the hero as boys step up when it matters09:00 NRL Grand Final bets: Hughes to deliver the perfect punting season18:00 Sam's Grand Final tip + analysisYou win some, you lose more. Set a deposit limit. SC Playbook BetBuzz fantasy NRL betting: https://shorturl.at/I81SZ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 202521 min