Between The Arcs | AFL SuperCoach Podcast

The Between The Arcs AFL SuperCoach Podcast is brought to you by the SuperCoach Insight Network, hosted by SC Horse and the team. Your one-stop-shop for all things AFL Supercoach, bringing you multiple shows weekly to help you climb up the overall rankings and dominate your H2H leagues! https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. The SuperCoach Panic Room | Round 1

    1D AGO

    The SuperCoach Panic Room | Round 1

    Footy is back and the AFL SuperCoach Panic Room is here to help you make the right calls before lockout. This show is all about last-minute AFL SuperCoach strategy. As soon as teams are named we break down the biggest SuperCoach implications so you know exactly what to do with your side before the round begins. We focus on the players named in the teams, potential role changes, and which players could become must-have SuperCoach options based on their position, opportunity and scoring potential. If a rookie gets named, a premium shifts roles, or a mid-price player suddenly becomes relevant, we’ll cover it in the Panic Room. Each episode will analyse: • AFL SuperCoach team announcements • Key players named and omitted • Role changes that impact SuperCoach scoring • Rookie selections and cash generation options • Late SuperCoach strategy before lockout • Trade decisions and last-minute team structure adjustments If you want an edge in AFL SuperCoach 2026, this is the show that helps you react quickly to team news and make smarter strategic decisions before the round starts. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Join our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMC Get your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQ 0:08 The Panic Room is back for 2026 0:30 Round 1 chaos and final lockout hour 1:14 Carlton vs Richmond team changes 1:39 Sam Walsh, Jagger Smith and Carlton relevance 2:41 Essendon ins, Hawthorn changes and key SuperCoach names 4:05 Why Essendon suddenly matters in SuperCoach 5:15 Dylan Moore and Conor Macdonald fallout 5:45 Bulldogs vs Giants team news 6:48 SuperCoach gold in Dogs vs Giants 8:18 Geelong vs Fremantle team drops 9:08 Tag risks: O’Connor, Atkins and Stewart talk 10:25 Hayden Young, Mitch Edwards and R3 debate 12:16 Sydney vs Brisbane major outs and ins 13:49 Why Brisbane’s backline is in trouble 15:04 SuperCoach impact for Gulden, Dunkley, Neale and Zorko 16:40 Collingwood vs Adelaide preview 17:58 Perryman tag watch on Jordan Dawson 19:25 Daicos, Houston and Adelaide matchup concerns 20:47 North Melbourne vs Port Adelaide 21:47 Colby McKercher role concern 23:20 Melbourne vs St Kilda preview 24:07 Gawn vs De Koning and SuperCoach angles 25:26 Gold Coast vs West Coast preview 26:22 West Coast debutants and rookie discussion 28:08 Why West Coast fans can still be optimistic 30:31 Question time begins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  2. The BIGGEST AFL SuperCoach Hot Takes for ’26

    2D AGO

    The BIGGEST AFL SuperCoach Hot Takes for ’26

    Footy is back and it is time for the BIGGEST AFL SuperCoach hot takes for the 2026 season. In this episode we put our reputations on the line with some bold predictions that could shape the entire SuperCoach year. From potential breakout players and POD picks to controversial calls about popular premiums, we run through the spiciest SuperCoach takes heading into the new season. Some of these might look genius by the end of the year… and some might age horribly. The goal of this episode is to challenge conventional thinking and highlight players, roles and situations that could create a serious edge for SuperCoaches in 2026. In this episode we discuss: • AFL SuperCoach 2026 bold predictions • Breakout players who could explode this season • Premium players who may underperform • Point of difference (POD) options flying under the radar • SuperCoach strategy and season-long predictions • Hot takes that could change the way you build your team Let us know in the comments your biggest AFL SuperCoach hot take for 2026 and which predictions you think will actually come true. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Join our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMC Get your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQ 0:00 Intro 0:08 Welcome to Hot Takes for 2026 0:46 Why this episode matters before Round 1 1:30 How the hot takes format works 2:12 Looking back at last year’s hot takes 2:49 Adelaide Crows hot takes 4:49 Brisbane Lions hot takes 7:30 Carlton Blues hot takes 10:48 Collingwood hot takes 13:15 Essendon Bombers hot takes 16:37 Fremantle Dockers hot takes 19:52 GWS Giants hot takes 22:03 Hawthorn hot takes 24:03 Melbourne Demons hot takes 26:11 North Melbourne hot takes 28:12 Port Adelaide hot takes 31:48 Richmond Tigers hot takes 34:20 St Kilda hot takes 37:18 Sydney Swans hot takes 40:32 Western Bulldogs hot takes 44:28 West Coast Eagles hot takes 55:16 Question Time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m
  3. The Hurt Locker R1 | Key AFL Injuries & SuperCoach Strategy Adjustments

    3D AGO

    The Hurt Locker R1 | Key AFL Injuries & SuperCoach Strategy Adjustments

    Welcome to The Hurt Locker. Your weekly breakdown of the key AFL injuries and what they mean for your SuperCoach strategy. In this episode we cover: • The biggest current AFL injuries • Which premiums are now risky • Midfield role changes to watch • New cash generation opportunities • Round 1 selection implications • How to adjust your SuperCoach structure Injuries are not just bad luck, they are opportunity if you react faster than the competition Drop in the comments which injury has impacted your team the most and who you are pivoting to. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:08 Intro: The Hurt Locker returns before Round 1 00:22 Why this week matters: teams lock and big decisions begin 00:57 What The Hurt Locker covers: injuries and SuperCoach impact 01:25 Adelaide Crows injuries: Rankine, Murray, Curtin and Hinge 02:00 Crows beneficiaries: Josh Worrell, Michalanney and Charlie Edwards 02:52 Adelaide midfield fallout: Rankine, Soligo roles 03:36 Cheap Crows to watch: Brayden Cook and Chase Jones 03:55 Brisbane Lions injuries: Andrews, Gardner, Bailey and Doedee 04:48 Lions beneficiaries: ZZ Top, Dan Annable and backline reshuffle 06:00 Does this help Kitty Coleman’s role? 07:09 Carlton injuries: Newman, Cerra, Saad and Haynes 07:40 Blues beneficiaries: Ollie Hollands vs Ollie Florent 08:41 Dirksen update: why the pathway looks blocked for now 08:55 Collingwood injuries: Bobby Hill, Darcy Moore and McInnes 09:14 Josh Daicos role debate: half-back only or midfield upside? 10:21 Jordan De Goey warning: are the goals masking the score? 10:48 Essendon injuries: Martin, Bryan, Ridley, Clark and Kako 11:16 Bombers beneficiaries: Blackiston, Zach Reid and Farrow 11:52 Nick Bryan timeline and what it means for Blackiston 12:05 Fremantle injuries: Hayden Young scare and Sean Darcy watch 12:52 Freo beneficiaries: Murphy Reid, Murphy? no, Tobin Murray and Jackson/Cox ruck talk 14:38 Geelong update: Cameron, Stengle and Conway 14:59 Cats review: why Gold Coast exposed Geelong’s transition defence 15:41 Gold Coast injuries: Matt Rowell out, Petracca set to feast 16:07 Why fading Petracca now looks dangerous 17:45 GWS injuries: Tom Green, Bedford, Cadman, Daniels and Kelly 18:04 Clayton Oliver discussion: is he really back? 19:42 Hawthorn injuries: Will Day, Cam Mackenzie and Huswaite 20:14 Hawks beneficiaries: Josh Ward and Connor Macdonald 20:39 League code, Patreon perks and weekly prizes 21:45 Melbourne injuries: Windsor, White, Bowie and Viney updates 22:20 Demons beneficiaries: Caleb Windsor and Xavier Lindsay 23:22 North Melbourne injuries: Wardlaw, Archer and Hardeman 24:15 Roos beneficiaries: Colby McKercher, Konstanty and Dovaston 25:56 Port Adelaide injuries: SPP, Soldo, Wines and Dante ruck talk 27:08 Richmond injuries: Smillie, Prestia, Lalor and Tigers outlook 28:52 St Kilda injuries: Marshall concussion, King, Henry and Clark 29:20 Saints beneficiaries: TDK and Ross Lyon roast 30:24 Sydney injuries: Cunningham, Philippou and Max King 30:45 Malcolm Rosas discussion: cheap bench option or pass? 31:36 West Coast injuries: Graham, Gross, Long and Baker 32:12 Eagles beneficiaries: Elijah Hewett, Dewar and Robertson update 33:48 Western Bulldogs injuries: Garcia, Waitman, Treloar and Arthur Jones 34:26 Dogs beneficiaries: why Freijah may still be capped 36:09 Patreon plug: team reviews and subscriber support 36:45 Wrap up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  4. Hurl’s AFL SuperCoach Team Reveal | The Team I’m Starting Round 1 With

    4D AGO

    Hurl’s AFL SuperCoach Team Reveal | The Team I’m Starting Round 1 With

    Hurls is revealing his AFL SuperCoach starting squad for the 2026 season, breaking down the full team he plans to roll into Round 1 with. From premiums and mid-pricers to rookies and PODs, this episode dives into the strategy behind every pick. In this team reveal we go through Hurl’s full SuperCoach structure, explaining why certain players made the squad, where the value is, and which picks could give him an early edge over the competition. With roles, rookie selections and preseason form shaping the early part of the season, getting your starting team right is critical. If you are still finalising your side, this episode will give you insight into team balance, cash generation and the key players many SuperCoaches are considering ahead of Round 1. In this episode: • Hurl’s full AFL SuperCoach 2026 starting team • Premium players locked into the squad • Rookies and cash cows to generate money • Mid-price selections and potential breakouts • POD picks flying under the radar • Strategy behind the team structure Let us know in the comments who is locked into your SuperCoach team and which players you are still debating before Round 1. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:08 Intro: Hurl’s AFL SuperCoach team reveal begins 00:20 It is finally the week before Round 1 00:53 Should Round 0 count in SuperCoach? 01:43 Blank canvas: building Hurl’s team from scratch 02:20 D1 pick: Jack Sinclair over Whitfield and Nas 02:58 D2 and D3: Rosas locked, Clark replaces Whitfield 03:50 Why Hurl is fading the rookie-heavy build 04:17 D4-D5 gamble: Joe Fonti and Lachie Blackiston 06:31 Defensive rookies: Sarong, Lindsay and Jakes 07:59 Midfield starts: Butters and Daicos locked in 08:31 Nando’s and Ed Richards, including the Bont fade 11:00 Petracca is now a must-have 12:05 Young and Parish as stepping stones 14:03 Midfield rookies: Jagger, Sharp, Farrow and Blamirez 15:05 Rucks: English, McAndrew and Kalani White loophole 18:08 Forwards begin: Sheezel, Flanders and Budarick 19:39 Forward rookies: Philippou, Marshall, Robertson, Lombard and McRae 21:11 Flex spot: Sammy Grill and why cash is left in the bank 23:14 Full team recap: Hurl’s complete Round 1 squad 24:11 How much could still change before Thursday? 25:29 De Goey, Murphy Reid and other near-misses 29:06 League code, Patreon perks and prizes 31:20 Where to find Hurls and final strategy notes 33:42 Wrap up and mental health message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  5. AFL SuperCoach Round 0 Review | What We Learned From Opening Round

    5D AGO

    AFL SuperCoach Round 0 Review | What We Learned From Opening Round

    Footy is back and Round 0 has given SuperCoaches their first real look at teams, roles and rookies for the 2026 season. In this episode we break down everything we learned from the opening round and what it means for your AFL SuperCoach team moving forward. We analyse the biggest SuperCoach takeaways from Round 0, including role changes, rookie performances, premium scoring and the players who may have become must-haves heading into the next round. With only a handful of games played, this is the perfect opportunity to identify early cash generation, value picks and potential traps before the season fully kicks off. If you are building your team or planning early trades, this episode will help you understand which performances matter, which ones to ignore and which players are now firmly on the SuperCoach radar. In this episode we cover: • AFL SuperCoach Round 0 key takeaways • Best rookie performances and cash cows • Role changes that impact SuperCoach scoring • Premium players who impressed (and those who didn’t) • Early trade targets and potential traps • Players to watch heading into Round 1 Let us know in the comments what your biggest Round 0 takeaway was and which players you are bringing into your AFL SuperCoach team. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:09 Intro: Between the Arcs Round 0 Review 00:54 What this show covers: scores, roles, stock up and stock down 01:28 Sponsor shoutout: Stromcrete 01:43 Carlton review: hot start, brutal fade-out 02:50 Blues SuperCoach takeaways: Walsh, Jagger and Florent 03:59 Sydney review: scary signs after a slow start 05:02 Swans SuperCoach watch: Gordon, Grundy, Roberts and Sarong 06:35 Gold Coast vs Geelong review: Suns look the real deal 07:26 Petracca, Humphrey and Will Powell explode 08:25 Zeke Uwland and Gold Coast rookie discussion 08:58 Geelong takeaways: Bruhn, Holmes and Humphries watch 10:10 GWS vs Hawthorn review: Giants too good 10:42 Giants watchlist: Oliver, Callaghan, Coniglio and Fonti 11:59 Hawthorn concerns: midfield size and early issues 12:35 Brisbane vs Bulldogs review: game of the round 13:08 Lions takeaways: Neale, Zorko, Ashcroft and Coleman 14:11 ZZ watch: could he be the R3 answer? 14:33 Bulldogs takeaways: Richards, English, Bont, Budarick and Jaques 15:49 Freijah role discussion and Bulldogs structure 16:30 St Kilda vs Collingwood review begins 16:43 Sinclair vs Nas: who is the better starting pick? 17:48 Windhager interest and Saints role takeaways 18:15 TDK, Flanders and Saints fantasy relevance 19:33 Collingwood takeaways: Josh Daicos, Nick Daicos and De Goey 21:04 Dan Houston and Collingwood value discussion 21:57 Round 0 ruck scoring: what the new rules are showing 23:17 Patreon plug, league code and prizes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  6. The SuperCoach Panic Room | Round 0

    MAR 5

    The SuperCoach Panic Room | Round 0

    Footy is back and the AFL SuperCoach Panic Room is here to help you make the right calls before lockout. This show is all about last-minute AFL SuperCoach strategy. As soon as teams are named we break down the biggest SuperCoach implications so you know exactly what to do with your side before the round begins. We focus on the players named in the teams, potential role changes, and which players could become must-have SuperCoach options based on their position, opportunity and scoring potential. If a rookie gets named, a premium shifts roles, or a mid-price player suddenly becomes relevant, we’ll cover it in the Panic Room. Each episode will analyse: • AFL SuperCoach team announcements • Key players named and omitted • Role changes that impact SuperCoach scoring • Rookie selections and cash generation options • Late SuperCoach strategy before lockout • Trade decisions and last-minute team structure adjustments If you want an edge in AFL SuperCoach 2026, this is the show that helps you react quickly to team news and make smarter strategic decisions before the round starts. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:00 Panic Room is back, teams have dropped 00:42 Round Zero is a free look: rookies, roles, cash gen 01:34 Sponsor shoutout: Stromcrete 01:52 Game 1: Sydney vs Carlton, ins and key SuperCoach watches 02:14 Charlie Curnow at the Swans: mid-price risk or reward? 03:51 Carlton debutants and rookies: who is worth watching? 05:32 Big watchlist: Grundy, Heeney, Mills POD under 10% 07:18 Game 2: Gold Coast vs Geelong, Cats undermanned, what matters? 09:06 Key roles to monitor: Bruhn, Max Holmes, Petracca CBAs, Lombard 10:50 Game 3: GWS vs Hawthorn, rookies in, Oliver, Callaghan watch 14:47 Game 4: Brisbane vs Bulldogs, SuperCoach goldmine match-up 19:41 Game 5: St Kilda vs Collingwood, ruck battle and De Goey mid role 23:09 Wanganeen-Milera on-ball, will Windhager tag Nick Daicos? 27:31 Wrap: socials, NFL content schedule, and sign off 28:57 Mental health message + footy is back Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  7. Footy Is BACK! AFL SuperCoach Round 0 Preview | Must-Have Players & Early Traps

    MAR 4

    Footy Is BACK! AFL SuperCoach Round 0 Preview | Must-Have Players & Early Traps

    Footy is BACK and AFL SuperCoach is finally here. In this Round 0 preview we break down the must-have players, early traps and key decisions that could shape the start of your SuperCoach season. The boys dive into the biggest talking points heading into the opening round. We look at the players you need in your team, the risky picks that could burn you early and the potential edges that can give you a jump on the competition. If you are still finalising your SuperCoach side, this episode will help you avoid the common mistakes and lock in the best structure before the season kicks off. Topics covered in this episode include: • Must-Watch AFL SuperCoach players for Round 0 • Early traps to avoid • Team structure and starting strategy • PODs and value picks flying under the radar • Key SuperCoach decisions before the season begins Let us know in the comments who is locked into your team and which players you are still deciding on. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:00 Intro: Round 0 Is Here, Footy Is Back 00:02 Round 0 Basics: What Matters and What Does Not 00:03 Ruck Watch: New Rules and What To Look For 00:03 Cash Gen Deep Dive: Rookies, Mid Prices, Role Over Score 00:07 Trade Discipline: Early Patience, Avoid Burning Trades 00:08 Lesson From 2025: Daicos 66, When To Fade and When Not To Panic 00:12 Lesson From 2025: Do Not Chase The One Big Score 00:13 Game 1 Preview: Sydney vs Carlton, Premo's and Key Rookies 00:18 R3 Debate: Liam Reidy vs Mitch Edwards vs Loop Option 00:22 Game 2 Preview: Gold Coast vs Geelong, Fixture Gold and Key Targets 00:28 Rookie Watch: Jamara, Zeke, Lombard, Mitch Edwards 00:31 Game 3 Preview: GWS vs Hawthorn, Whitfield, Ash, Callaghan Focus 00:34 Mid Price and Rookie Radar: Rowston, Delana, Gothard, Butler 00:36 Game 4 Preview: Brisbane vs Western Bulldogs, Premium Heaven 00:38 Mid Price Movers: Zac Bailey, Coleman, Budarick, McCarthy 00:43 Game 5 Preview: St Kilda vs Collingwood, Sinclair, Nas, Daicos Talk 00:47 Mid Price Debate: Windhager, Houston, De Goey Upside 00:51 League Plug and Patreon: Prizes, Access, Team Updates 00:53 Q&A Time: Rucks, Cash Gen, PODs, Quick Fire Answers 01:02 Panic Room Tomorrow: Team Drops, Role Changes, Final Advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m

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The Between The Arcs AFL SuperCoach Podcast is brought to you by the SuperCoach Insight Network, hosted by SC Horse and the team. Your one-stop-shop for all things AFL Supercoach, bringing you multiple shows weekly to help you climb up the overall rankings and dominate your H2H leagues! https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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