League Finals - Player Substitution Rules

Reminder of the player substitution rules for the league Finals - As per the GAARA Operational Procedures Manual - League Rules and regulations.

11.3    During PLAYOFF league games, teams may use substitute players with the following restrictions:

11.3.1 A team is permitted to use substitute players (skaters and goalies) as per Section 12.2.1.

11.3.2 Substitute Skaters:

1. Can be used to bring a team’s total complement up to a maximum of twelve (12) skaters.
2. Can be used up to a maximum of four (4) per game.
3. The same skater can spare a maximum of two (2) times per team in playoffs. This includes players on GAARA Spare rosters.
4. Spare skaters may be used from a lower sub or skill division:

        EXAMPLE: an A team may use a spare skater from any BB or lower skill division team (BB, B, CC, C, Dev).

11.3.3 Substitute Goalies:

1. Can be used when a team’s regular goalie is not available, regardless of the number of team members present.
2. The same goalie can spare unlimited times per team in playoffs.
3. Spare goalies may be used from the same subdivision in which they are playing or lower:

EXAMPLE: an A team may use a spare goalie from any A or lower skill division team (BB, B, CC, C, Dev).