Best SC Playbook Podcasts (2024)

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#215: Fixture analysis, Sixers/Heat team previews 56:22

5h ago56:22

56:22

Sydney Sixers star Josh Philippe is heavily owned to start the Supercoach Big Bash season, but is he really worth the gamble early on? In the third episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams, BBL10 champion Thommo Aitken and the SC Spy are on deck to chat all things Supercoach BBL ahead of the 2024/25 tournament. 0…

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#214: Two-time Supercoach BBL champion shares secrets to success 42:39

4h ago42:39

42:39

Ever wondered what it takes to become a Supercoach champion? SC Playbook contributor Andrew Langley has done it twice in a row, he reveals his strategies to claiming overall glory, twice. In the second episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams and dual champion Andrew Langley are on deck to chat all things Superco…

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#213: BBL Supercoach beginner's guide + eye catchers, predicted teams 50:46

9d ago50:46

50:46

With the opening of Supercoach Big Bash for the upcoming season, we look at the eye catching players following price reveals, drop our predicted teams, while also breaking down the basics of Supercoach to help those fresh to the game find success this year. In the first episode of the Big Bash 14 pre-season, multiple top 50 finisher Tim Williams an…

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Half-Backed podcast: Injury can't stop King Cleary creating history 29:23

1M ago29:23

29:23

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 …

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Playbook Breakdown: Stat attack, stop Grant, stop Storm, GF blueprints 39:12

1M ago39:12

39:12

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 an…

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Half-Backed podcast: Mouth-watering value on superstar Sua'ali'i 29:30

1M ago29:30

29:30

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…

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Playbook Breakdown: Stat attack, how to stop Panthers and Storm 39:15

1M ago39:15

39:15

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 weakne…

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Playbook Breakdown: NRL finals week two stat attack 36:09

2M ago36:09

36:09

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 …

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Half-Backed podcast: Cows flyers won't stop Sharks advancing 36:45

2M ago36:45

36:45

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…

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Beers & Breakevens: Roast of Tim's 2024 team trades 54:31

2M ago54:31

54:31

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. S…

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#212: SC Playbook, NRL Supercoach Team of the Year Awards 32:17

2M ago32:17

32:17

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 sho…

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Playbook Breakdown: NRL finals week one stat attack 59:51

2M ago59:51

59:51

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, allowin…

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Half-Backed podcast: Turbo charged week of finals 30:22

2M ago30:22

30:22

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'…

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Beers & Breakevens: Roast of Guru's 2024 team trades 47:31

2M ago47:31

47:31

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 o…

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#211: SC Playbook, yearly review show 1:04:53

2M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

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…

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Weekly wrap: Hughes, Teddy cap stellar seasons in style 41:46

2M ago41:46

41:46

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 …

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Listener Q+A: Lesson learnt, reevaluating bye period strategy 31:32

2M ago31:32

31:32

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 he…

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Half-Backed podcast: Knights set for finals footy 33:51

2M ago33:51

33:51

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 fi…

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The Late Show: Super POD edition, Sivo's day out 29:02

2M ago29:02

29:02

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…

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Beers & Breakevens: Hail Mary sent to left-field fullbacks 1:02:36

2M ago1:02:36

1:02:36

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…

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#210: SC Playbook, surviving the final hurdle 48:19

2M ago48:19

48:19

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 winner…

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Weekly wrap: Walker woes headline chaotic weekend 35:47

2M ago35:47

35:47

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 aca…

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Listener Q+A: Is selling Tommy Turbo lunacy? 21:30

2M ago21:30

21:30

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 s…

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Half-Backed podcast: Value galore in Manly flyers 33:42

2M ago33:42

33:42

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 Willia…

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The Late Show: Who top scores in grand final week? 16:03

2M ago16:03

16:03

With NRL Supercoach head-to-head grand finals taking place in round 26, which players look primed to deliver the biggest scores of the weekend? In The Late Show, 2020 NRL Supercoach runner-up Tim Williams and The Rugby League Guru are given 30 seconds each to answer random questions sent in by Beers & Breakevens listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acas…

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Beers & Breakevens: Nicho's last laugh 58:08

2M ago58:08

58:08

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 …

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#209: SC Playbook, Lomax holds key to grand final glory 1:08:06

2M ago1:08:06

1:08:06

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 cham…

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Weekly wrap: Turbo takes points in fullback battle 31:49

2M ago31:49

31:49

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.…

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Listener Q+A: Does Chief Luai hold all the answers? 34:37

3M ago34:37

34:37

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,…

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Half-Backed podcast: SJ's farewell to inspire Warriors upset 25:55

3M ago25:55

25:55

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 Willi…

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The Late Show: Young v Lomax for the run home? 15:20

3M ago15:20

15:20

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 a…

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Beers & Breakevens: Adding the Cherry on top 50:55

3M ago50:55

50:55

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 …

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#208: SC Playbook, who replaces injured Cleary? 1:09:18

3M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

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 N…

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Weekly wrap: Cleary injury rocks run home 37:19

3M ago37:19

37:19

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 Acas…

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Listener Q+A: Sleepless nights over sit v starts 29:48

3M ago29:48

29:48

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…

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Half-Backed podcast: Teddy to terrorise wounded Eels 26:38

3M ago26:38

26:38

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 Playb…

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The Late Show: Waving goodbye to Jahrome 12:58

3M ago12:58

12:58

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 m…

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Beers & Breakevens: Lomax ready to breathe fire 1:05:20

3M ago1:05:20

1:05:20

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 Sh…

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#207: SC Playbook, Joey Manu's personal plea to Tim 1:03:51

3M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

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…

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Weekly wrap: Turbo, Ponga catch fire 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

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.c…

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Listener Q+A: Solving fullback headaches for run home 32:08

3M ago32:08

32:08

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 a…

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Half-Backed podcast: KP to lead Knights to a Sunday special 32:10

3M ago32:10

32:10

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…

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The Late Show: Timing isn't right for firing Lomax 12:28

3M ago12:28

12:28

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.co…

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Beers & Breakevens: Haas owners send Tapine a front-row SOS 59:30

3M ago59:30

59:30

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 …

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#206: SC Playbook, is Ponga primed to explode? 1:17:57

3M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

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 …

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Weekly wrap: Haas headlines horror injury list 41:32

3M ago41:32

41:32

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 ac…

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Half-Backed podcast: Can Big Papa's 300th inspire Belmore boilover? 25:52

4M ago25:52

25:52

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 …

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Listener Q+A: Patience on Penrith-bound Ponga 41:44

4M ago41:44

41:44

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…

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The Late Show: Has Isaako ran his final race for Supercoaches? 15:37

4M ago15:37

15:37

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 ac…

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Beers & Breakevens: Bomber Burton set to explode 57:05

4M ago57:05

57:05

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 Jo…

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