For managers
Post paid or volunteer games, include the rink and level, and reach goalies beyond the usual list of contacts.
Find a hockey goalie
When the regular goalie cannot play
Find a substitute hockey goalie.
A goalie cancellation should not cancel the game. EmptyNet helps adult and beer league managers post the exact rink, date, start time, level, and pay details so available substitute goalies can see the opportunity and accept if it works.
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Post the details
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Reach local goalies
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Confirm the spot
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Play the game
The EmptyNet way
Keep the game on the calendar.
Whether the request comes in days ahead or close to puck drop, the useful details are the same: where the game is, when it starts, and what kind of goalie the team needs. EmptyNet keeps those details together and gives the request more reach than a single message.
A clearer search
Urgent visibility helps a request get seen. It does not guarantee that a goalie will accept.
How to find a goalie
Find the crease.
Keep the game.
Put the game details in one place so managers can move quickly and goalies can make an informed choice.
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Post the game
Add the date, time, rink, skill level, and what the game pays. Mark it urgent when warmups are getting close.
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Reach matching goalies
Available goalies receive the details they need before deciding whether the rink, level, and schedule work.
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Confirm and play
A goalie accepts, both sides know who is coming, and the team can focus on the game instead of the search.
For adult hockey teams and goalies
For cancellations, backups, and planned coverage.
Use EmptyNet when a regular goalie is sick, traveling, double-booked, or unavailable. It also works when a team wants to line up substitute coverage before game day.
For goalies
Turn open nights into ice time by choosing games near you and accepting the ones that fit your schedule and skill level.
Get the appLocal goalie searches
Start with the rink.
Explore verified market guides, then post the specific game in the app. A listed market or rink does not guarantee that a goalie is available for a particular game.
Keep your game
on the ice.
Download EmptyNet and make your next goalie search the easy part of game night.
Get the appQuick answers
Before you hit the ice
How do I find a substitute hockey goalie?
Post the game in EmptyNet with the rink, date, start time, skill level, and whether the game is paid or volunteer. Matching goalies can be notified and may accept.
Can I find a substitute goalie at the last minute?
Yes. Managers can mark a request urgent when the game is close to puck drop. Extra visibility can help, but EmptyNet does not guarantee that a goalie will accept.
Can I find a substitute goalie for a beer league game?
Yes. EmptyNet supports adult and beer league hockey games, including paid and volunteer substitute opportunities.