October 2026 · Published October 4, 2026

EmptyNet goalie stretching across the crease to make a save

BEHIND THE CREASE

Florida’s West Coast Is Taking Over

Local goalies. More ice time. Fewer empty nets.

EmptyNet has launched—and Florida’s west coast is setting the pace! With the most registered goalies in our growing network, the region is helping lead the way toward easier goalie coverage for adult hockey teams.

Network update

130 goalies have already joined

Across EmptyNet, 130 goalies have already joined, giving more teams a place to turn when their net needs filling.

Around the NHL

Shesterkin Finds the Empty Net

Igor Shesterkin scored his first NHL goal in the Rangers’ home opener, helping New York beat Tampa Bay 5–1. His rink-length shot made him the first goalie in Rangers history to score a goal.

For captains

Calling All Captains

The goalies are joining. Now it’s time to put the network to work.

For goalies

Goalies: Your Next Game Starts Here

Looking for more ice time? Keep your preferred rinks, skill levels, and availability updated—and make sure notifications are enabled.

An early win

An Early Win for the Network

EmptyNet’s first posted game was accepted in just over a minute.

Grow your local network

Can Your Region Catch Up?

Florida’s west coast has the lead. South Florida, Orlando, and hockey communities beyond Florida—help grow your local network by inviting a goalie or team captain.