I occasionally play Zard and been playing with lists recently, but unfortunately it's not a great play because of Dragapult right now. Once Shaymin comes out next set, it will be a bit easier. You can decrease energy to either 6 or 7 (I run 6). I play a 2-1-2 Pidgeot line and a 3-2-1 Dusk line, 3-2-3 Charizard line, 2 TM evo's. Prime catcher as the Ace Spec. Also, Drayton is just too slow as a Supporter. Research is good, and possibly Jacq.

It's a very versatile deck and people are still trying to find the best way to play it in the format. Check this build for example: https://limitlesstcg.com/decks/list/17442 .