Puck App Explained

Puck App is a mobile application that allows hockey players to quickly find and rent a hockey goalie. Founded in 2015 in Toronto, the application primarily operates throughout Canada.^[1] It is available on Apple's App Store and Google Play.

History

Puck App was founded in 2016 by Niki Sawni.^[2] Users can rate the goalies, message with available goalies, and coordinate skill levels.^[3] In 2017, Puck App expanded to Western Canada and has over 1,000 goalies registered.^[4] In 2018, Puck App charged approximately $40 CDN to rent a goalie with more than 2 hours notice.^[5]

Previously, Puck App was a competitor to a similar application called GoalieUp. As of 2024, both companies have agreed to a merger deal.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Nowak. Peter. "Uber for goalies" app Puck helps pickup hockey teams man the net. Canadian Business. Sep 17, 2015.
2. Web site: CBC. Uber for goalies: app connects Toronto, Ottawa netminders with needy hockey teams. www.cbc.ca. Dec 17, 2015.
3. Web site: Puck App expands to Ottawa to solve a uniquely Canadian problem: finding a goalie . Dec 17, 2015 . Ottawa Start.
4. Web site: Sanderson. David. Have Mask, will Travel. Winnipeg Press. 18 March 2017 .
5. Web site: Rent-a-goalie app helps hockey teams across Canada find subs Globalnews.ca . 2024-01-08 . Global News . en-US.