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SC Playbook

Tim Williamsscplaybook.com.au
SC Playbook aims to provide expert NRL Supercoach, Rugby League and Cricket insights and analysis across all formats. SuperCoach experts, past overall champions and footy stars combine to deliver daily content throughout the season. You can also find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify at SC Playbook.

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Episodes

Listener Q+A: Does Papy's ankle give King Gutho the edge?

Ryan Papenhuyzen isn't expected to goal-kick for the Storm this weekend due to an ankle issue, does that give his fullback rival Clint Gutherson the edge as a better buy? In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 4 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 27, 202539 min

Half-Backed podcast: Respect the Raiders in wet weather round

Rain is set to play a big part in NRL Round 4, with the Raiders to benefit despite their outsider tag in Townsville against the winless Cowboys. The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, SC Playbook's Tim Williams and special guest the SC Spy to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week: 00:00 Sam's cricket grand final disaster 05:00 Round 3 results: Trouble at HQ 09:00 NRL Round ...

Mar 26, 202532 min

The Late Show: Reynolds rockets into halfback calculations

Veteran Broncos playmaker Adam Reynolds is the highest scoring halfback to begin the Supercoach season, do Nathan Cleary owners make the move ahead of a string of games at Suncorp Stadium? In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 202515 min

Beers & Breakevens: Captaincy overhaul as Haas, Flex, change the game

The introduction of the Flex rule, coinciding with the freakish feats of enforcer Payne Haas, has changed the way we look at NRL Supercoach captains moving forward. Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 4. They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 4 team lists, with Ryan Papenhuyzen named despite an injury concern. Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep ...

Mar 26, 20251 hr 12 min

#237: SC Playbook, think clearly or axe absent stars?

NRL Supercoach stars Nathan Cleary and Kalyn Ponga are among the most sold players in the game this week, should Supercoaches stick with the proven guns or cash them in? In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 4. The crew look at team list Tuesday, with an injury at the Storm creating a dream role for Ryan Papenhuyzen. They also deep dive int...

Mar 25, 20251 hr 13 min

Cricketer's Playbook: Indian Premier League preview, Head's stunning opener

The Indian Premier League has begun for 2025, with Travis Head's Sunrisers Hyderabad falling just short of the IPL record with the Australian starring in his opening knock of the tournament. The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they preview the 2025 Indian Premier League tournament, They also preview the Sheffield Shield final between South Australia and Queensland, with controversy surrounding Usma...

Mar 24, 202541 min

Early Mail Round 4: Turbo a certainty, and Wishy SZN

Tom Trbojevic has been declared a certain starter for Manly, Kotoni Staggs is back for the Broncos and it's Tyran Wishart time at the Melbourne Storm. The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week. Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 24, 202516 min

Weekly wrap: Injuries strike as Garrick sizzles at Brookie

New dad Reuben Garrick scored four tries in Manly's belting of the Raiders to blow NRL Supercoach Round 3 wide open in the final game of an injury ravaged weekend. 2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 202539 min

Half-Backed podcast: Tracey proves the true underdog

The Bulldogs are unbeaten to start the NRL season, with underrated fullback Connor Tracey set to continue on his try-scoring ways against the hapless Eels. The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, former TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week: 00:00 Sam's grand final berth 03:50 Round 2 results: Dragons left side,...

Mar 20, 202532 min

Listener Q+A: What to do with hamstrung Lucas?

Supercoach gun Dylan Lucas is the latest NRL casualty, so do owners hold strong with the star back-rower or cut ties early? In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 3 and updates his trades, captaincy and sit v start plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 202538 min

The Late Show: Is Papenhuyzen back to his Supercoach best?

Ryan Papenhuyzen lit up NRL round 1, so is the fully fit fullback back to his Supercoach best or should potential buyers proceed with caution? In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 202513 min

Beers & Breakevens: Haas gifted licence to unload

Broncos enforcer Payne Haas has been gifted a licence by new coach Madge Maguire that'll take his Supercoach output to new levels in season 2025. Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 3. They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 3 team lists, with Tom Trbojevic and Daly Cherry-Evans named despite ongoing injury concerns. Tim also drops his Supercoach stat...

Mar 19, 20251 hr 9 min

#236: SC Playbook, Stars align despite Turbo troubles

NRL Supercoach star Tom Trbojevic is under an injury cloud ahead of the final game of round 3, so how do Supercoaches prepare for the uncertainty? In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2019 champion Dez Creek and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 3. The crew look at the second major NRL team list Tuesday of the season, with popular cheapie halfback Tom Duffy axed by the Cowboys. They also discuss how ...

Mar 18, 20251 hr 12 min

Early Mail Round 3: Laurie looms large, Dogs-Chooks shake ups

Daine Laurie firms as an underpriced gun fullback, with Manly stars expected to be named for Round 3 but no guarantee to feature. The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week. Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 17, 202520 min

Weekly wrap: King Gutho stands tall as chaos finds fullback slot

Clint Gutherson is set for huge price rises after the Dragons bye, Reece Walsh nears price drops, and Tommy Turbo suffers an injury concern, so how should we attack the all-important fullback position this week? 2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 202557 min

Cricketer's Playbook: Did India have unfair Champions Trophy advantage?

India emerged triumphant from the 2025 Champions Trophy tournament, were they handed an unfair advantage with all games at the same venue? The Cricketer's Playbook podcast features SC Playbook's Tim Williams, Cricket Australia commentator Max Bryden and Random Stats Guy as they review the 2025 Champions Trophy tournament along with the Australian domestic cricket scene. They look at the players whose reputations grew from the tournament, and which Australian bowlers stamped themselves as the nex...

Mar 14, 202531 min

Half-Backed podcast: Red V to fire against battered Bunnies

The Dragons are set to bounce back in round 2 against the injury ravaged Rabbitohs, with a few key flyers to find the line. The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, former TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week: 00:00 Sam savages Tim 03:50 Round 1 results: Clean sweep of profits 08:20 Sam's take on Dylan Brown's m...

Mar 13, 202532 min

Listener Q+A: Brutal sit v start dilemmas plague Supercoaches

With full squads to pick from, and a wealth of cheapies, NRL Supercoach round 2 is creating headaches with who to sit in and out of starting sides this week In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 202532 min

The Late Show: Temptation to recruit a Psycho-Plath

Dolphins forward Max Plath impressed in the season opener, do Supercoaches pay up or search for forward value elsewhere? In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 202512 min

Beers & Breakevens: Sharpen the axe for Knights playmaker

Newcastle playmaker Fletcher Sharpe lit up NRL Supercoach round 1, should we pounce or be patient with a few options emerging at five-eighth? Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into round 2. They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 2 team lists, with a host of key faces returning for the Tigers including potential cheapie Starford Toa. Tim also drops his Superco...

Mar 12, 20251 hr 10 min

#235: SC Playbook, time to panic trade Metcalf?

Popular NRL Supercoach five-eighth Luke Metcalf flopped in round 1, so do we panic trade or give the Warriors playmaker a second chance? In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy, 2021’s sixth placed finisher Clementine Cassidy and Matty the Waterboy are on deck ahead of NRL Supercoach round 2. The crew look at the second major NRL team list Tuesday of the season, with a popular Eels cheapie dropped by Jason Ryles. They also dissect...

Mar 11, 20251 hr 17 min

Early Mail Round 2: Humphries firms as Tamale tantalises

Judiciary concerns at the Raiders will give Supercoach cheapie Savelio Tamale at least one more opportunity to cement his spot in the side for the foreseeable future. The Early Mail podcast is here to give you a head start on planning your side from both a Classic and Supercoach Draft perspective each week. Hosted by Max Bryden, we cover the expected ins and outs prior to team list Tuesday and drop our top Waiver picks for SuperCoach Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Mar 10, 202523 min

Weekly wrap: Points flow as fullbacks, cheapies pay out

Round 1 produced one of the highest Supercoach season openings in years, with cheapies largely delivering and star fullbacks going large to kick-off the NRL campaign. 2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 09, 202546 min

Listener Q+A: Risk or run cheapie hookers? + Tim's team changes

Do Supercoaches pay up for a reliable hooker in round one or opt for a double cheapie option to spend cash elsewhere? In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 06, 202538 min

Half-Backed podcast: Turbo charged Sea Eagles set to soar

Manly start the season with plenty of promise, and with a fully fit Tom Trbojevic leading the charge they're set to sizzle in their season opener. The Half-Backed podcast links one of the sharpest analytical minds in rugby league in former Canberra Raiders playmaker Sam Williams, former TAB data analyst James Hughes and SC Playbook's Tim Williams to help find you some winners each round of the NRL season. This week: 00:00 Jimmy wins a car 04:00 NRL Vegas bet recap 06:00 NRL Round 1 bets: Points ...

Mar 06, 202527 min

Beers & Breakevens: Eels team surprises + our cheapie starters

Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season. They run through the key Supercoach pointers from round 1 team lists, including the impact of no Moses at the Eels and the concern over Connor Watson and the Roosters pack. Tim also drops his Supercoach stat deep dive, looking at Jesse Arthars, Tom Gilbert, Jack Howarth and more. 00:00 We survived Vegas 06:15 Team lists:...

Mar 05, 20251 hr 4 min

#234: SC Playbook, Wayne's team list Tuesday gift

Wayne Bennett has delivered Supercoaches a team list Tuesday gift with cheapie Lachlan Hubner named as the man to replace Cam Murray at lock, but it isn't all good news on the cheapie front. The SC Playbook podcast is live ahead of NRL Supercoach round 1, with Cowboys new halfback Tom Duffy creating relief for owners in team lists, and a mixed bag for the cheapie brigade. In this week's edition of the SC Playbook podcast, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams, the SC Spy and Matty the Water...

Mar 04, 20251 hr 21 min

Weekly wrap: Viva Las Rd 0, Cleary vs Nicho, Super PODs, Cheapies and flops

The Las Vegas games are in the books and the NRL season is officially underway. It was only two games, but they carry huge ramifications for SuperCoaches with the two premium halfbacks going against each other, cheapies emerging and some cheapies flopping hard. 2019 NRL Supercoach runner-up Walson Carlos, one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, recaps the SuperCoach talking points from the weekend of NRL action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 02, 202521 min

Listener Q+A: Fixing troublesome 2RF + Tim's team updates

The NRL Supercoach 2RF position is creating plenty of headaches leading into the new season, so what's the best way to fix the troublesome position? In our question and answer podcast, former NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams gives his thoughts on all the major dilemmas heading into round 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 202530 min

Beers & Breakevens: Hynes v Cleary debate, live from Vegas

Live from Las Vegas! Nathan Cleary and Nicho Hynes are once again the two gun halfbacks filling Supercoach squads, so who is the priority pick? Beers & Breakevens pits SC Playbook's 2020 runner-up Tim Williams and the Rugby League Guru together to help you nail your NRL Supercoach teams heading into the 2025 season. They run through the entire centre-wing and second-row forward positions to find the best guns, mid-rangers and cheapies heading into round 1. 00:00 Vegas 1, boys 0 03:20 Team li...

Feb 27, 202542 min
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