SuperCoach AFL: The Official Podcast
Episodes
KFC SuperCoach is back!
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
KFC SuperCoach is back! As the game opens for 2021, experts Al Paton, The Phantom and the KFC SuperCoach investor Daniel Begala reveal their first-pic...
Jock Reynolds' KFC SuperCoach grand final meditation
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Need to find your zen after a stressful KFC SuperCoach season? Old favourite Jock Reynolds is here to help. Audio courtesy jockreynolds.com.au See o...
It's Grand Final time: All or nothing
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After 17 crazy rounds the best KFC SuperCoach players in the land are about to face off for ultimate glory - and bragging rights. Who should we use ou...
Trade calls to win your KFC SuperCoach premiership
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's grand final week in KFC SuperCoach! Experts Al Paton, Dan Batten and Daniel Begala name the best options to replace Sam Docherty, players to targ...
Huge calls for prelim finals
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The preliminary finals are here in KFC SuperCoach and we've been hit by injuries and drama with stars including Sam Docherty, Josh Kelly, Zac Williams...
The Phantom drops in for run home tips
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Special guest The Phantom joins KFC SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Dan Batten and Daniel Begal to discuss how they are travelling in Round 16, how many ...
Last-minute Round 15 trade calls
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Special guest The Phantom dials in from the Lair to help Al Paton, Dan Batten and Daniel Begala make the big calls heading into the dreaded Round 15. ...
Trade how to survive Footy Frenzy 2
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Another footy frenzy is upon us as KFC SuperCoach finals kick off in Round 14. Is trading Lachie Neale the right move? Who should we target for the ru...
Should we trade Lachie Neale?
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Coming off a season-low score of 72 and heading into a bye, is it a crazy move to trade out the No.1 scorer in KFC SuperCoach? Daniel Begala, ranked 4...
Overall rank 515 answers your questions
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel Begala has rocketed into the top 600 in overall KFC SuperCoach rankings, and he isn't done yet. See his plans for the run home he joins Al Pato...
Making a plan for the run home
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Take a deep breath. There are four days to prepare for Round 13 before the season launches into another wild ride to the KFC SuperCoach finish line. E...
What do we do with Max Gawn?
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With Max Gawn is battling an injury, is it time to trade the competition's No.1 ruckman? Who are the best trade options coming off the bye and which r...
Round 11 shopping spree
06 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With less than 24 hours between the end of Round 10 and the start of Round 11, you need to start planning now - and there are lots of KFC SuperCoach s...
Round 10 panic podcast
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's no time to waste! With less than 24 hours between the end of Round 9 and the start of Round 10, we need a plan. Experts Al Paton, Tim Michell,...
Brace for SuperCoach mayhem
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Round 9 starts on Wednesday night - then it's 20 straight days of footy. How will that impact our KFC SuperCoach teams, and who should we trade and av...
Extra trades, new rules for crammed fixture
23 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A footy bonanza is about to begin with games every day of the week - and there are special KFC SuperCoach rules to help us get through. Find out the d...
All aboard the Bazlenka Express
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With cash on hand it's time to go shopping in KFC SuperCoach, and Bulldog Bailey Smith is the bargain of the week - although one of our experts has ot...
Experts' big Round 7 trade calls
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's double downgrade week in KFC SuperCoach ... or is it? Maybe it's not that simple, especially if you have Nat Fyfe in your team. Experts Al Paton,...
Double downgrade week?
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do we split the four key rookies who put their hand up last round? Is this the week for a double downgrade? Which fallen premos are gold and which...
Big Round 6 trade calls
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is Lachie Whitfield the bargain of the week - or Elliot Yeo? Should we pay top dollar for Jake Lloyd or pounce on bargain Tiger Jake Aarts? KFC SuperC...
The great Matty Rowell debate
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Who replaces Matthew Rowell? KFC SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Tim Michell an Dan Batten assess the best options after the best rookie in recent memory...
Last-minute Round 5 KFC SuperCoach calls
02 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Who replaces Howe? Is Stephen Hill worth the risk? What do we do with Nat Fyfe? Experts Al Paton, Tim Michell and Daniel Begala debate the biggest Rou...
Curse of the fallen premos
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Howe, Stewart, Fyfe and the list goes on. How do we handle the injury crisis from Round 4? Join Al Paton, Tim Michell, Dan Batten and Dan Begala for a...
Stay calm in the SuperCoach chaos
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
2020 is unlike any year we have ever faced, and it’s no different in SuperCoach. But we must adapt, so join Al Paton, Tim Michell, Dan Batten and Da...
Emergency pod! What positive COVID-19 test means for KFC SuperCoach
21 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The AFL world was thrown into chaos when Essendon's Conor McKenna tested positive for coronavirus and the Essendon v Melbourne game was postponed. Al ...
Rookies, rucks and the big Pittonet move
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're one game into the KFC SuperCoach restart and there are questions everywhere. Which of the rookies on the bubble do we need this week? What do we...
So it begins ... again!
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's been almost 80 days since the final siren on Round 1, but finally we are on the eve of Round 2. Join Al Paton, Tim Michell, Dan Batten and Gilber...
Expert Draft Night
04 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Was there a surprise with the No.1 pick? Time to lock Brett Bewley into your squads! Join our SuperCoach experts as they Zoom in for their draft night...
Rookies and POD watch
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Which rookies are set to make the cut for Round 2? Plus, what sneaky POD picks could set your team apart from the rest of the pack? All the latest Sup...
SuperCoach TV Live Show
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Tim Michell, Al Paton and Dan Batten as they break down all the latest SuperCoach news and answer your questions on the return of the KFC SuperCo...
We're back!
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Footy is back and so is KFC SuperCoach! Join Al Paton, Tim Michell, Dan Batten and Dan Begala as they break down their 5 trade strategy and the player...
What now for SuperCoach?
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What happens now for KFC SuperCoach? Join Al Paton, Tim Michell, Dan Begala and Dan Batten as they break down Round 1 and answer your questions on wha...
Team reveals and rookie debate
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach is back ... fingers crossed! We are full steam ahead for Round 1 as Al Paton, Dan Begala, Dan Batten and Gilbert Gardiner reveal their team...
2019 SuperCoach winner reveals secrets
12 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
2019 KFC SuperCoach winner, Dwayne Delmenico joins Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner and Daniel Begala to reveal his secrets to success and who he has his ey...
Bolters and surprises from Marsh Series Week 2
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join experts Tim Michell, Daniel Begala and Dan Batten as they debate who locked themselves into our squads and who left us scratching our heads after...
Lessons from Marsh Series Week 1
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join experts Tim Michell, Daniel Begala and Dan Batten as they break down who starred, flopped and left us scratching our heads after the first week o...
Lloyd out? Brownlow medalist in?
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is an emerging Swan the reason not to pick Lloyd? Tom Mitchell too cheap to pass up? Join experts Al Paton, Tim Michell, Daniel Begala and Dan Batten ...
The 'Giant' lessons for 2020
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join experts Al Paton, Gil Gardiner, Daniel Begala and Dan Batten as they take the deep dive and analyse the Crows to Giants KFC SuperCoach stock. Tun...
Rookie takeover
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join experts Al Paton, Tim Michell, Daniel Begala and Dan Batten as they put the magnifying glass on the best rookie options in 2020. Plus, Tim defend...
SuperCoach is back!
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
KFC SuperCoach returns for 2020. Experts Al Paton, Tim Michell and Daniel Begala give their opening thoughts on the must-have players and who they're ...
SuperCoach 2020 prices revealed
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The team picker is live! SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Tim Michell and Dan Batten run through player prices and name their biggest locks and bargains. ...
The SuperCoach Grand Final specialist
20 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Need a man to carry your SuperCoach team to glory? Experts Al Paton, Dan Begala, Tim Michell and Ben Higgins name the forgotten player who loves the b...
Lessons of 2019
13 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Dan Begala, Tim Michell and Ben Higgins preview a huge preliminary final weekend with trade, tactics and captain tips and...
No more second chances
06 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton and Dan Begala reveal the key moves to stay alive in your league finals and debate the best ideas for SuperCoach 2020. S...
The finals are here!
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach finals are upon us, but there's no shortage of issues for coaches to deal with as they strive for glory. Host Al Paton, Tim Michell, Ben Hi...
Final countdown
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With one SuperCoach home-and-away round to go, what are the key moves you need to make to get your team finals-ready? SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gil...
POD of the year?
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Gilbert Gardiner, Al Paton, Dan Begala and Ben Higgins plot their final moves for the run home, look at the best replacements for S...
SuperCoaches Box Round 17: Who is your most frustrating player?
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Injuries marred Round 16 of SuperCoach, with top picks Max Gawn, Patrick Cripps and Travis Boak headlining those sidelined. Tim Michell, Dan Begala an...
SuperCoaches Box: The players you need to finish your team
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Host Tim Michell is joined by SuperCoach experts Dan Begala and Ben Higgins to discuss the fallout and injury news from Round 15. With Patrick Cripps ...
Sloane, Treloar or Merrett: Which mid should you grab for Round 15?
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Al Paton, Ben Higgins and SuperCoach investor Dan Begala discuss the best upgrade targets for Round 15, including Rory Sloane and Adam Treloar, plus t...
Trade Neale, Clarke and ... who?
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Who should we use our three trades on in the final bye round? SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Dan Begala, Ben Higgins and Tim Michell rate this week's be...
The great Robbie Gray debate
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is Robbie Gray our bye saviour? SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Dan Begala, Ben Higgins and Tim Michell have strong views on the Port Adelaide star as a ...
Bye rounds injury crisis
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As injury news throws a spanner in our bye plans, SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner, Ben Higgins and Tim Michell debate what to do with La...
The byes are coming
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach scores were up this week but the dreaded bye rounds are just around the corner. How do we cover for missing stars and what should our trade...
Which rookies have to go first?
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Rookies are running out of gas, but who needs to be cut now and who can we hold for another week or two? SuperCoach experts Gilbert Gardiner, Tim Mich...
Fallen premiums: Great risk but ultimate reward
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As SuperCoaches go shopping in the next month before the byes, we'll be weighing up the risk associated with fallen premiums compared to the reward if...
Sam Walsh on the chopping block?
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton and Tim Michell review this week's top trade targets, name the cash cows ready to send to pasture and propose a brave stra...
It's time to go fallen premium shopping!
01 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's the time of the SuperCoach season where some of the best bargains are upon us, from Nat Fyfe at less than $600,000 to Rory Laird at just above $5...
Can we trust Richmond rookies?
23 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With a short turnaround before Round 6 starts, we need to make decisions fast. Rookies are hitting the wall and Tiger Jack Ross and Liam Baker are on ...
Are Boak and Rockliff must-haves?
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's not too late to trade in a SuperCoach gun - if you pick the right target. SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner, Ben Higgins and Dan Bega...
Has time run out to jump on mid-price SuperCoach stars?
09 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach prices have changed for the first time and top mid-price picks Tom Liberatore and Dom Sheed experienced some of the biggest jumps. Experts ...
The most important week of the year
02 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With prices about to change, this is the week to trade and fix any early selection issues. Who should go and who replaces them? SuperCoach experts Al ...
Trade temptations
27 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Ben Higgins and Tim Michell review a rollercoast Round 1 and assess the pros and cons of using trades this week - and nam...
The Final Countdown
20 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Round 1 lockout is just hours away. Get the final call on the best rookies in each position and experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner, Ben Higgins and re...
Ultimate JLT Series SuperCoach review
12 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Herald Sun SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner, Ben Higgins and Daniel Begala take a close look at all the JLT matches and what they mean fo...
Who starred and who flopped in JLT week one
04 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner and Daniel Begala put every game from the first weekend of the JLT Series under the microscope and revea...
The SuperCoach stars to watch in JLT Series Round 1
26 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's finally here! The JLT Series and real footy. The SuperCoaches Box team discuss the first week of the pre-season competition and the players to wa...
Grundy and Gawn or ... SuperCoach ruck analysis
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The SuperCoaches Box Podcast team discuss the key ruck strategies for SuperCoach 2019 and look at the best premiums, mid-prices and bench options for ...
Which defenders will get a scoring boost?
12 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Changes to kick-in rules make defence a SuperCoach gold mine in 2019. Which players should we target? Experts Al Paton, Ben Higgins and Dan Begala nam...
Forward thinking: Dangerfield then who?
05 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With Patrick Dangerfield a must-have, who else should we pick in the forward line this year? SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner, Ben Higgin...
Midfield guns, value and risky picks
29 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner and Ben Higgins rate their top selections in the midfield for 2019 See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
SuperCoach is back! Our top picks for 2019
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach is open for 2019. Experts Al Paton, Ben Higgins and Dan Begala reveal their must-haves and bolters this year, and Gilbert Gardiner defends ...
The SuperCoaches Box Grand Final edition
23 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach expert Dan Begala and SuperCoach hack Ben Higgins talk you through the ins and outs for Round 23 and the SuperCoach ramifications ahead of ...
Prelim final teams and trades
16 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton and Dan Begala run through all the ins and outs for Round 22 and the best trade and captaincy options See omnystudio.com...
Matthew Lloyd's Perfect 9 picks
15 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Hall of Famer Matthew Lloyd casts his eye over the Round 22 action and picks his SuperCoach Perfect 9 winners. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Semi-finals teams and trades
09 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton and Dan Begala run through all the changes for Round 21 - including some big outs - and give their best trade and captainc...
Kane Cornes' Perfect 9 picks for Round 21
08 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Port Adelaide champ Kane Cornes picks his top-scorers for a shot at the $305,000 Perfect 9 jackpot. Turn your footy knowledge into cash! See omnystu...
Paul Hasleby's Perfect 9 picks
01 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The SuperCoach Perfect 9 jackpot his $300,000 this week. Don't miss your shot at the huge cash prize. Former Docker Paul Hasleby names his Perfect 9 l...
SuperCoaches Box Round 19
26 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The SuperCoach Investor Dan Begala and Mick Randall talk teams, SuperCoach tips and strategies ahead of the last round before finals. See omnystudio...
Matthew Lloyd's Perfect 9 preview
25 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Perfect 9 has jackpotted again and now Matthew Lloyd is here to help us pick the top scoring SuperCoach player from each game in Round 19. See omnys...
Kane Cornes' SuperCoach Perfect 9 predictions
19 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Port Adelaide great Kane Cornes looks at this week's Perfect 9 predictions with the jackpot up to a massive $290,000. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
The SuperCoaches Box Podcast: Round 17
12 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Ben Higgins and Dan Begala preview Round 17 and discuss the best cash cow options, Marcus Bontempelli replacements and how to use t...
Paul Hasleby's Round 17 SuperCoach preview
12 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fremantle great Paul Hasleby - currently ranked inside the top 4000 teams - looks at the big SuperCoach talking points ahead of Round 17. See omnyst...
Paul Hasleby's SuperCoach Perfect 9 preview
05 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fremantle great Paul Hasleby looks ahead to Round 15 and tries to predict the Perfect 9 winners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Turbo-charging your team for the run home
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton and Chris Vernuccio run through all the Round 15 changes, best Adam Treloar replacements and the creative trades that can ...
Matthew Lloyd's Perfect 9 picks for Round 15
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd predicts his nine top SuperCoach scorers for Round 15. Turn your footy knowledge into cash and pick your Perfect 9 line-...
Kane Cornes' Perfect 9 picks for Round 15
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is Dustin Martin due for a big score? Port Adelaide champ Kane Cornes nominates his nine players for SuperCoach Perfect 9 this week. Pick your line-up...
SuperCoaches Box Round 14 preview and teams
21 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Ben Higgins and Chris Vernuccio discuss the big trade topics and all the ins and outs ahead of Round 14, the final bye weekend. S...
Why Lloyd is hot on Hawks in SuperCoach
19 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Lloyd gives an update on how his SuperCoach team is travelling, his leading Jack Macrae replacements and why we should get as many Hawthorn p...
Round 12 bye, teams carnage
07 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Gilbert Gardiner and Ben Higgins try to navigate through the byes, injuries and suspensions that have decimated our teams...
Round 11 SuperCoach Perfect 9 preview
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Karl Langdon and Ben Cameron look at the best Perfect 9 picks for Round 11. Simply pick the highest scoring player in each game and you could win big!...
Round 11 preview: Bargains, bubble boys and byes
31 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton and Ben Higgins run through all the ins and outs for Round 11 and the best trade options with byes around the corner. Wort...
SuperCoaches Box Round 10 teams and SuperCoach preview
24 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Ben Higgins and Dan Begala discuss the big issues and review all the ins and outs ahead of Round 10. See omnystudio.com/listener ...
Why Lloyd is worried about Patrick Cripps
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Cripps has been one of the stars of Matthew Lloyd's SuperCoach team this year but the Essendon champion has a major concern about the Carlton ...
Kane Cornes' Rockliff warning
18 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kane Cornes gives an update on his SuperCoach team Kane's Killers and explains why he isn't trading in Tom Rockliff. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
Round 9 preview
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton and Dan Begala run through all the ins and outs for Round 9 and the best trade and rookie tips. See omnystudio.com/liste...
Round 8 preview
11 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Al Paton, Dan Begala and Chris Vernuccio run through all the Round 8 teams and best trade options for this weekend. See omnystudi...
Could we trade Dusty?
10 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fremantle champ Paul Hasleby reveals the secrets behind his jump into the top 10k SuperCoach rankings and the big moves he's looking at to push to a c...
SuperCoaches Box Round 7 teams and preview
03 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Ben Higgins and Dan Begala discuss the big issues ahead of Round 7 and run through all the weekend's ins and outs. See omnystudio...
The SuperCoaches Box Round 6 teams podcast
26 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
SuperCoach experts Ben Higgins and Dan Begala review the ins and outs ahead of Round 6 and the SuperCoach ramifications. See omnystudio.com/listener...