No Commitment Hockey is our traditional format, designed for individual and small group registration. Each game is essentially a very well organized pickup game that features a referee for structure. As with all of our games, you’ll be playing with others of your ability level and benefit from our signature policy of “no jerks”.
The goal of each No Commitment Hockey game is to get you an awesome workout playing the game you love. Games are limited to 20 skaters and two goalies to maximize the amount of time that you’re on the ice. The league office handles everything to ensure that you’re getting a consistently good experience on a predictable schedule.
Highlights of No Commitment Hockey
Ways to Play
Flexibility
Book game by game, where and when you want to play.
Convenience
Pay online to secure your spot, then head to the rink for game time.
Game Night, Every Night
We offer No Commitment Hockey about 350 nights per year. Play 7 nights per week, if you wish.
No Long Term Commitment
You’re only committing to the game(s) that you choose to register for.
A Local League That Cares
Visit us at our Boston office or call/text our full time office staff at any time.
How it Works
Book Through Game Time
- Booking – All skater and goalie spots are available on a first to reserve basis. Reserving your spot is easy, simply add your desired game to your cart and we’ll hold your spot for 5 minutes while you complete your checkout. If there is availability and the system allows you to book a spot, then you’re good to go.
- Team Assignments for Games – You’ll receive a team assignment via email within four hours of game time, which is also viewable in the player portal. Please note that team assignments are not guaranteed. To ensure game quality and balance you may be asked by a game staff member to change teams.
- At the Rink – The StinkySocks Hockey jersey numbers that are registered to you will appear on the roster that our staff member will have at the rink and attendance will be processed by the jersey number that you’re wearing.
Booking For Others
Due to the need to identify each player individually, players cannot book for others under their own accounts. To book for another player, simply give us a call or contact us with the details and permission to charge your credit card on file. The player(s) you’re booking for must have a StinkySocks Hockey account already due to a prior purchase where they would have accepted the rules, terms and conditions, and liability waiver.
When booking for others, we’ll charge your card and your receipt will indicate a “funds transfer” in the amount of the game that’s being booked. Your friend will receive the usual order confirmation and the game will appear in their player portal.
Waitlisting for Sold Out Games
If your desired game is sold out then you can choose to be on the confirmed waitlist or notification list. If you’re on the confirmed waitlist, we’ll automatically book you in the order of waitlisting when a spot becomes available. If you choose to be on the notification list, all players on the notification list are notified by text message each time a spot opens up and there are no players on the confirmed waitlist. You remove yourself from either at any time in your player portal.
Terms & Conditions
RIGHT AND AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE
By registering for a StinkySocks Hockey No Commitment Hockey event (game or skills clinic), you are purchasing the non-transferable right to participate, provided that you meet the qualifications for eligibility. You agree to be bound by these terms and conditions and the rules and policies of the league. Since your attendance directly affects the experience of other players, you agree to give advance notice to the league in accordance with our attendance policy in the event that you cannot attend.
BEST EFFORT SERVICE PROMISES
We want every game to be perfect and our promise to you is that we’ll make every effort for that to happen. However, there are many variables involved in producing a game, some of which may be out of our direct control at times. As such, our No Commitment Hockey games are offered as a “best effort” service. Experiences that are imperfect in the following areas are not eligible for compensation:
GOALIES – Although StinkySocks Hockey cannot guarantee two goalies for any game, we do everything in our power to ensure that there are two goalies scheduled. As a result of our goalie backfilling process, it is rare that there is a game that goes forward without two scheduled goalies. However, on occasion, we may not be able to place two goalies, there may be a scheduled goalie who does not appear (no call/no show), or a goalie who calls out too late for another goalie to be placed.
LEVELING – We have an approach that ideally keeps leveling where it should be. That starts with the honestly of players, is monitored by our games staff, and is follow up upon by the office, in the case of a level violation.
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLAYERS – In order to establish clear expectations we have specific minimum thresholds for how many players are needed for a game to proceed (see below, under “Cancellations or Changes by StinkySocks Hockey”). The numbers that we use in that determination are based on the information that we have regarding who has registered for a season pass or single game and not called out. However, it’s important to note that the actual amount of players may be different than those scheduled if there is/are players who have not called out as required if they do not intend to appear/play.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PLAYERS – We make every effort to ensure that no more than (20) skaters and (2) goalies are booked for a No Commitment Hockey game.
SERVICE GUARANTEES
GAME TIME – We guarantee that the scheduled ice block will be available for your No Commitment Hockey game or skills clinic at or about the time scheduled. In the case that the facility is running behind, start times may be delayed. In the case that a game is delayed more than 30 minutes or where a game is cannot be played (onsite cancelation), compensation in the form of a $10 promotional offer that can be used within 30 days towards another available No Commitment Hockey game or skills clinic. This guarantee does not apply to any event that has been canceled in advance or if there is a circumstance beyond our control that prevents ice availability or safe operation of a game at the facility.
GAME STAFF – We have a game manager schedule for every No Commitment Hockey game who serves as the on-ice official. In the case that the scheduled game manager does not appear, compensation in the form of a $10 promotional offer will be issued to be used towards another available No Commitment Hockey game within 30 days.
GAME CANCELLATIONS BY THE PLAYER
When calling out 6 or more hours prior to game time through the online player portal, a promotional gift certificate in the amount of the prorated cost of the season pass is issued as a benefit. Promotional gift certificates can be used for any purchase on our website within 30 days of the original game. Cancellations of any future games booked with promotional gift certificates that are entitled to cancellation benefits will be credited to this same code, with the expiration remaining the same. Please note that this means that a cancellation made after the expiration will result in forfeiture of the funds that are issued as a part of this benefit. Promotional gift certificates cannot be used to purchase regular gift certificates and cannot be combined. There is a limit of one promotional gift certificate per transaction.
GAME TIME CHANGES
In the event of a game time change, you will be notified via email. In the event of a schedule change within seven 24 hours, players will also be notified via text message. All changes will be reflected on the season pass schedule and the individual game under "my events", both in the online player portal.
GAME CANCELLATIONS BY STINKYSOCKS HOCKEY
In rare cases, it is required for StinkySocks Hockey to cancel a scheduled game. In the event of a cancellation, we will make notify players by email. If the game is within 24 hours, players are notified by text message as well. If you would like to be notified by text message (usually the quickest way to get out the message), please be sure that your primary phone number on your order is a number capable of receiving text messages.
MINIMUM THRESHOLD CANCELLATIONS - There must be at least 8 skaters and 2 goalies OR 10 skaters and 1 goalie scheduled for a No Commitment Hockey in order for a game to proceed. This policy check is performed by our system approximately 3 hours prior to the game. If the thresholds are not met, the game will be canceled. Please note that the actual amount of skaters/goalies may be different than those scheduled if there are late call outs or no show(s).
WEATHER-RELATED CANCELLATIONS - Some games may be canceled in the event of weather. All weather-related decisions are deferred host facility as the entity in the best position to make a responsible decision based on the conditions in their area. Facilities may also deem it necessary to cancel a game if they are unable to provide a safe or otherwise usable playing surface.
FAQs
Q: How do I provide notification if I can’t make a game that I registered for?
A: You can notify the league online, or by calling us at 617-440-7825.
Q: Can I get a refund if I need to cancel?
A: All NCH purchases are non-refundable. Cancellation benefits are available that provide a promotional gift certificate in the full value of the game is issued when cancelling more than 6 hours prior to game time. Your membership tier may provide additional game cancellation benefits.
Q: Is there a referee?
A: Yes, all games are officiated.
Q: Can I just show up and pay at the rink?
A: No, all bookings must be completed online. Skaters who can be positively identified by their StinkySocks Hockey jersey may go on standby for a game. If they are cleared to play, they must pay online by midnight on the day of the game. Refer to the standby policy for more info.
Q: There’s a game time and location that works for me but I don’t qualify for the level. Can I play?
A: Players at each game must individually qualify for the stated level range of the game. Skaters who display an ability level outside of the stated range may be asked play in a restricted manner (if above that range), or may be asked to leave. Please refer to our level policy for more information.
Q: Do I need a StinkySocks Hockey jersey?
A: All skaters need to own and wear a Stinkysocks Hockey jersey to be eligible to participate. Although encouraged, this does not apply to goalies.
Q: Are all players signing up through No Commitment Hockey?
A: No Commitment Hockey allows players to book when there are spots in a Standard Game that aren’t reserved by a committed player who has registered for the entire season through a season pass. As such there, there will be a mix of players who are season pass holders and have booked through No Commitment Hockey.
Q: Do you guarantee that there are going to be 2 goalies?
A: Due to the goalie placement processes that we have in place, our players come to expect 2 goalies at everyStinkySocks Hockey Standard Game. Although we cannot guarantee two goalies at any game, our Goalie Promise is that we do guarantee that we’ll do everything in our power to ensure that there are two goalies scheduled. In the event of a goalie callout or vacancy, most goalie spots are filled on their own through the Goalie No Commitment Hockey program. If a spot remains, the league office takes the every reasonable step to avoid having a game without a goalie, including the placement a goalie from our Goalie Reserve program, if available. Although rare, it is rare that there is a game that goes forward without two scheduled goalies. However, on occasion there may be a scheduled goalie who does not appear (no call/no show) or calls out too late for another goalie to be placed, resulting in a game without a goalie. In that event, we remain committed to ensure that doesn’t recur though a follow up process that’s governed by our goalie attendance policy.
Q: Can I play on the same team as a friend?
A: You can submit a team request for your game and we’ll do our best to place you on the same team.
Q: Are there going to be enough players for the game?
A: Most games fill up, or come close to full, by game time. We do not provide exact numbers to players in advance since it’s impossible that those numbers would give an accurate representation of the final numbers come game time.
Q: Under what conditions would a game be canceled? How would I be notified?
A: There must be at least 8 skaters and 2 goalies OR 10 skaters and 1 goalie scheduled for an Standard Game for it to proceed. Please note that the actual amount of skaters/goalies may be different than those scheduled if there are no call/no show(s). In the discretion of the host facility it may be necessary to cancel due to inclimate weather. In the event of a cancellation, players are notified by by text message (if the primary number on the order is capable of receiving text messages), phone, and/or email. In the event of a cancellation, those who booked through No Commitment Hockey may receive a refund to the original form of payment or be transferred into any other NCH listing.
Q: When will I get my team assignment?
A: For evening games, team assignments generally are emailed between 6PM and 7PM on the day of the game. Timing of team assignments for morning and afternoon games vary.
Q: Will everyone be at my level?
A: All games have a level range indicated. Although most ranges are specific, there still can be a little bit of a variance within that range. For example, the intermediate (C) level is open to players ranging from C- to C+. As such, any one game at that level should ideally have an equal distribution of C-, C, and C+ players. If there were say 75% C+ players registered then the game overall would skew to be a little faster than average, with the same principal applying if there was a critical mass of C-. Both of those situations are possible but what matters is that ALL players that are present individually qualify to be at that level. For friends of varying ability level who are looking to play together we offer a select amount of broader level games (e.g. mixed mid level – D+ through C+).
Q: How old do I have to be to play?
A: StinkySocks Hockey is a 21+ league. On a case by case basis exceptions can be made to allow those who are 18+ (contact us for more info).
Q: If something is imperfect will I get a credit?
A: We operate approximately 3,000 games per year and we strive for a consistently excellent experience at each one. However, there are times when things don’t go exactly to plan. If that happens and we could have done better then we’ll reach out to all players and let them know what happened, as well as provide any necessary goodwill credit. Situations that fall outside of that context include goalie and skater no shows, or other situations that are outside of our control.
Q: If a game is full can I go on standby?
A: Yes, any player who our staff can positively identify by their StinkySocks Hockey jersey may go on standby for a game. If there is space and they are cleared to play, they must pay online by midnight on the day of the game. Refer to the standby policy for more info.
Q: What equipment is required?
A: Full equipment is required. Shoulder pads, mouth guard, and face shield (skaters), are optional but highly recommended for your safety. Please refer to our equipment policy for more info.
Q: How are lines formed?
A: How lines will be formed will depend on the consensus of the players on your team. Most prefer a rotating bench (first on, first off), particularly if there aren’t a full 10 players. All players should be mindful of their shifts to be sure that everyone is getting equitable ice time (refer to our equitable ice time policy for more info).
No Commitment Hockey Specific Terms and Conditions
Rules of The Game
NCAA ice hockey rules will be enforced, with the following modifications.
MODIFICATIONS
- No checking or other intentional contact
- Blue line icing will be enforced
- (10) skaters plus (1) goalie per team to ensure that you’re spending more time on the ice and less time on the bench.
- To maximize playing time, games are played in (2) halves, with a 5-minute warm-up and a 1-minute break in between halves. When games are full, and in the discretion of the official, one continuous game may be played.
- One on ice game manager is provided as the official.
MODIFICATION FOR NOVICE (Level 1-3) GAMES ONLY
No slapshots. For this purpose, a slapshot is defined as lifting your stick above the thigh before making contact with the puck on a shot.
Equitable Ice Time Policy
As a general rule, players should take shifts of approximately two minutes. Any player who is found to be deliberately taking lengthy shifts will be subject the player conduct policy.
Appropriate Level Policy
Players are asked to display honesty by selecting games and leagues that are appropriate for their ability level.
- NCH Games – Any player who accidentally finds themselves at a game that is clearly above/below their ability level has the option to leave the game right away and receive a credit for another game that is of their ability level. If they are above the level and choose to stay and play, they are required to bring their play down to the average player in that game and not be a game-changing factor. As a part of that, they are asked to not shoot or rush the puck. Players who do not self-identify their level discrepancy and adjust as required or are clearly outside of the level designation may be asked by the official or a member of the StinkySocks Hockey staff leave the game. Any player who is asked to leave the game is not eligible for a refund or any other compensation. Players in violation of this policy may also be subject to the player conduct policy.
- Season Pass Holder – Any player who is identified as being ineligible for a particular level that they are already registered for a season pass at that level will be asked to move to another season pass that is appropriate to their level.
If you have a concern that a player may not be appropriate for the level at which they’re playing, we kindly ask that you report it to the league office to help us ensure the quality and consistency of your experience.
Skater Attendance and "No Show" Policy
Your attendance directly affects the experience of other players. You must cancel through your player portal if you cannot attend to avoid a $15 no show fee.
Per the Terms of Purchase, registrations are non-transferable and non-refundable. Players may not, under any circumstances, send another player to a game in their place. Any player found to have done so is subject to an automatic 6 month ineligibility period.
Goalie Attendance and "No Show" Policy
Goalies are an essential part of the quality game that StinkySocks Hockey delivers to its players. Once you sign up for a goalie spot you are committing to be there. If you need to cancel for any reason then we ask you to do so as far in advance as possible. With the right amount of notice we can almost always fill your spot. If you cannot make a scheduled game, you must cancel through your player portal.
With the help of our goalies, we have developed a no show policy that we think is fair and still maintains our quality objectives. A “no show” is defined as not cancelling through the player portal within the guidelines stated below:
- For game times that are at or before 12PM (noon) – Provide notice by 6PM the day prior
- For a game beginning after 12PM– Provide notice at least 4 hours before game time
Goalies who are a “no show” for a game, as defined above, are subject to a $50 fee. Multiple “no shows” may result in ineligibility.
Season pass goalies who call out for more than 20% of their scheduled games in their season may be subject to forfeiting their spot for that season and/or their renewal privileges.
Theft of Game/Theft of Service Policy
Participating in any event by misrepresenting your identity or otherwise circumventing registration and payment is considered a theft of service. Players found to be in violation of this policy will be required to pay a $100 fee in addition to the fees for the game or event in which they have participated, and will be issued a conduct warning.
Jersey Policy
StinkySocks Hockey jerseys are uniquely numbered to facilitate player identification. They are effectively your licence plate for No Commitment Hockey games.
All skaters are required to wear a StinkySocks Hockey jersey to participate in No Commitment Hockey games. They are not required for skills clinics and goalies are exempt from the jersey requirement.
Players may not share or loan their jersey. The use of another person’s jersey is considered a misrepresentation of identity and theft of service due to the non-transferability of events.
Game Standby Policy
Any skater wishing to stand by for a game must alert the staff member (ref or scorekeeper) of their intent to play as a standby player for that game. If there is an open spot on the roster, then they will be cleared to play right away. If the game is sold out and there are skater no-shows, standby skaters will be cleared for play in the order in which they requested to stand by. The standby player may participate in the game if cleared by the StinkySocks Hockey staff member. However, if a rostered player arrives late, the standby player must exit the game and will not be charged, as No Commitment Hockey games are capped at 10 skaters per team.
By participating in a game that you are not registered for, you give explicit permission for the pubished price of that game to be charged to the payment method on file. If a valid payment method is not on file, you will be invoiced for the game. Discounts do not apply to standby games.
Season passes are built around individual and small group entry with consistency in mind.
That means a consistent day and similar times weekly, with your workout and enjoyable experience being the main priorities. Our season passes are a full season series of our No Commitment Hockey games, each of which provides a relaxed but structured environment with no stats and the idea of forgetting what the score was by the time you hit the parking lot. A great way to describe No Commitment Hockey would be to say that it is an extremely well organized and officiated pickup game. Benches are capped at 10 skaters and 1 goalie per team to maximize ice time. All you do is show up to your games and everything is taken care of for you.
Value
StinkySocks Hockey season pass members enjoy the best value and the most efficient workout in adult hockey. Benches in No Commitment Hockey games max out at ten players to ensure you spend more time playing hockey than watching it from the bench.
Full Time Player Benefits
Season pass holders get access to Full Time Member Benefits. That includes a front-loaded discount on your season over booking games individually. If your plans change you’ll have access to game callout benefits to switch into another game. It also opens the door to valuable discounts, including those on No Commitment Hockey games, equipment, Boston Bruins tickets, and more! Should you want to step up to an Unlimited Membership to skate in an unlimited* amount of No Commitment Hockey games for one low monthly cost, you can do so without and initiation fee. See Benefits →
Payment Plans
All season passes offer monthly payment plans to avoid a large upfront fee.
Online Schedule
Players can view their season pass schedule online once the season has started. Although schedules are typically posted in advance, players should check back weekly to ensure no changes have been made for their games. Players registered for a season pass that has yet to begin should expect to receive a welcome email 24-48 hours before their first scheduled game containing a link to their schedule, their team assignment, and other important information.
Registration
See our season pass listings for availability and register today before the posted deadline (generally around the start date) to start playing! Towards the end of the season, you’ll be given the first opportunity to renew.
We’re Here, At Your Service
StinkySocks Hockey puts your hockey experience first by offering the level of customer service that you deserve. Call us during business hours at 617-440-PUCK, submit a form online, text us, or visit us at our office in Boston – whatever your preferred way to reach out is, be assured of one thing… we’re here to help.
No Commitment Hockey Terms and Conditions
RIGHT AND AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE
By registering for a StinkySocks Hockey Season Pass, you are purchasing the non-transferable right to participate in each Standard Game that is stated to be a part of that season pass and is on the schedule of the season pass, provided that you meet the qualifications for eligibility. You agree to be bound by these terms and conditions and the rules and policies of the league. Since your attendance directly affects the experience of other players, you agree to give advance notice to the league in accordance with our attendance policy in the event that you cannot attend a game that is a part of your season pass.
BEST EFFORT SERVICE PROMISES
We want every game to be perfect and our promise to you is that we’ll make every effort for that to happen. However, there are many variables involved in producing a game, some of which may be out of our direct control at times. As such, our Standard Games are offered as a “best effort” service. Experiences that are imperfect in the following areas are ineligible for compensation:
GOALIES – Although StinkySocks Hockey cannot guarantee two goalies for any game, we do everything in our power to ensure that there are two goalies scheduled. As a result of our goalie backfilling process, it is rare that there is a game that goes forward without two scheduled goalies. However, on occasion we may not be able to place two goalies, there may be a scheduled goalie who does not appear (no call/no show), or a goalie who calls out too late for another goalie to be placed.
LEVELING – We have an approach that ideally keeps leveling where it should be. That starts with the honestly of players, is monitored by our games staff, and is followed up upon by the office, in the case of a level violation.
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLAYERS – In order to establish clear expectations we have specific minimum thresholds for how many players are needed for a game to proceed (see below, under “Cancellations or Changes by StinkySocks Hockey”). The numbers that we use in that determination are based on the information that we have regarding who has registered for a season pass or single game and not called out. However, it’s important to note that the actual amount of players may be different than those scheduled if there is/are players who have not called out as required if they do not intend to appear/play.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PLAYERS – We make every effort to ensure that no more than (20) skaters and (2) goalies are booked for a Standard Game.
SERVICE GUARANTEES
GAME TIME – We guarantee that the scheduled ice block will be available for your Standard Game at or about the time scheduled. In the case that the facility is running behind, game start times may be delayed. In the case that a game is delayed more than 30 minutes or where a game is cannot be played (onsite cancelation), compensation in the form of a $10 promotional offer that can be used within 30 days towards another available Standard Game booked through No Commitment Hockey. This guarantee does not apply to any game that has been canceled in advance or if there is a circumstance beyond our control that prevents ice availability or safe operation of a game at the facility.
REFEREE -We have a referee scheduled for every Standard Game. In the case that the scheduled referee does not appear for a Standard Game, compensation in the form of a $10 promotional offer will be issued before the season end, to be used within 30 days of issue towards another available Standard Game.
CANCELLATION OF SEASON PASS REGISTRATIONS
The purchase of a season pass can be canceled at any time up until 2 weeks prior to the date that the first game is scheduled for a full refund to the original form of payment. Thereafter, season passes are non-refundable for any reason, including but not limited to injury or relocation.
INJURY BENEFIT – If you become injured at any point when two or more games remain in your season pass, you may cancel your season pass and receive a gift certificate in the amount of 100% of the prorated value of the remaining games less the remaining payment plan balance (if applicable). A doctor’s note stating the nature of your injury and a recommendation that you do not play hockey must be provided. This is a regular gift certificate that does not have an expiration. Players who need to call out for a shorter timeframe can do so with individual callout game benefits. If selecting individual game benefits, the deadline of each promotional gift certificate will be reset at the time or return to be the same length of time you were injured (e.g. they will be valid for 6 weeks from your return if you were injured for 6 weeks) or one month, whichever is greatest.
MILITARY DEPLOYMENT BENEFIT – If you are an active military member and are deployed outside of the area during your season, you may cancel your season pass and receive a gift certificate in the full amount of the value of the remaining games when providing signed deployment orders. This is a regular gift certificate that does not have an expiration.
SWITCHING TO ANOTHER SEASON PASS
A player can, for any reason, switch to another season pass that is operating concurrently and has availability at the time of the request. The prorated credit of the season that you are transferring from will be applied to the prorated cost of the season that you are transferring to, with any credit balance being issued as a StinkySocks Hockey gift certificate code.
INDIVIDUAL GAME CANCELLATIONS
Season pass holders can receive benefits when canceling individual games, for up to 50% of the total number of games in their season pass (e.g. 8. games in a 16 game season pass). Benefits vary depending on the advance notice given for the callout, with a minimum notice of 3 hours required. Individual game cancellations within 3 hours of game time forfeit the value of the game. Game cancellations cannot be reversed once requested.
When calling out 6 or more hours prior to game time, a promotional gift certificate in the amount of the prorated cost of the season pass is issued as a benefit. Promotional gift certificates can be used for any purchase on our website within one month of the original game. Cancellations of any future games booked with promotional gift certificates that are entitled to cancellation benefits will be credited to this same code, with the expiration remaining the same. Please note that this means that a cancellation made after the expiration will result in forfeiture of the funds that are issued as a part of this benefit. Promotional gift certificates cannot be used to purchase regular gift certificates and cannot be combined. There is a limit of one promotional gift certificate per transaction.
When calling out 3 or more hours prior to game time, players may transfer into any Hot List game at no cost or apply a $10 credit towards any other game. The chosen game must be available at the time the game callout is processed and must be selected at the time of callout.
GAME TIME CHANGES
All changes will be noted and highlighted on the season schedule. In the event of a schedule change within seven days of the game, players will also be notified at the email address on their original season pass registration. Players will automatically be confirmed at the new game time if the time change within the stated game start day/time range indicated on the season pass registration page. In the case of a time change being outside of that range, players will be offered at the time of notification the option to receive a refund to the original form of payment if they do not wish to be confirmed at the new game time being offered.
GAME CANCELLATIONS BY STINKYSOCKS HOCKEY
In rare cases, it is required for StinkySocks Hockey to cancel a scheduled game. In the event of a cancelation, we will make every attempt to contact players. To facilitate that, it is important to have current contact information on your original season pass order. Players are notified by text message, phone, and/or email. If you would like to be notified by text message (usually the quickest way to get out the message), please be sure that your primary phone number on your order is a number capable of receiving text messages.
For any game canceled by StinkySocks players in a member’s season pass, the member may choose to switch to any No Commitment Hockey game that’s available at that time, be issued a gift code to be used in the future, or receive a refund to the original form of payment.
MINIMUM THRESHOLD CANCELLATIONS – There must be at least 8 skaters and 2 goalies OR 10 skaters and 1 goalie scheduled for a Standard Game in order for a game to proceed. If that threshold is not met, StinkySocks Hockey will cancel a game. Please note that the actual amount of skaters/goalies may be different than those scheduled if there is/are no call/no show(s).
WEATHER-RELATED CANCELLATIONS – Some games may be canceled in the event of weather. All weather-related decisions are deferred host facility as the entity in the best position to make a responsible decision based on the conditions in their area. Facilities may also deem it necessary to cancel a game if they are unable to provide a safe or otherwise usable playing surface.
Just $125/month.
Get the workout that you really want… on the ice! The StinkySocks Hockey UNLIMITED Membership is your gym replacement. Your monthly membership unlocks all the benefits below.
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UNLIMITED* complimentary No Commitment Hockey games
Valid for games booked online that are on the Hot List. Select games are on the Hot List in advance and ALL games are on the Hot List in the following timeframes:
- For games that begin before 1PM – Book for free anytime after 6PM the day prior
- For games that begin between 1PM and 6PM – Book for free anytime after 11AM that day
- For games that begin after 6PM – Book for free anytime after 4PM that day
UNLIMITED* complimentary shooting practice
At goalie clinics
Executive Discounts
- $5 skate sharpening at our office
- 50% off an UNLIMITED* amount of No Commitment Hockey games in advance (outside of the above timeframes)
- 50% off an UNLIMITED* amount of skills clinic individual sessions in advance (outside of the above timeframes)
- 20% off all StinkySocks Hockey apparel
- 10% off all StinkySocks Hockey jerseys
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Additional Benefits
- Access to Bruins tickets
- Priority access to special events
- Free Standby – go to the rink and play for free if there is space
- Four guest passes per month to play with a friend who hasn’t skated with StinkySocks Hockey before*
Pricing
- Initiation Fee: $100 (waived for those with Full Time or Veteran status)
- Monthly Cost: $125
Requirements For Benefits to Apply
- Jersey: You must own and wear a StinkySocks Hockey jersey in any game that is booked under this membership.
- Attendance: You must attend the game that you’ve registered for under these benefits or cancel at least three hours or more before game time.
Unlimited Membership Terms & Conditions
PROGRAM AVAILABILITY AND ELIGIBILITY
This program may be canceled at any time with 60 days advance notice by StinkySocks Hockey. The number of memberships is limited and all events that benefits apply to are subject to availability.
You must be otherwise eligible to participate in a StinkySocks Hockey event to receive benefits under this program.
MEMBERSHIP TERM
Your membership month begins as soon as it is activated by StinkySocks Hockey (usually within 24 hours of your order), at which time you'll be notified by email of Unlimited benefits being added to your account. The initial term is one calendar month. Your membership will renew on the same calendar day monthly thereafter unless canceled prior to that calendar day. Benefits only apply to events that occur within the membership month.
CHARGES
Recurring Membership Fees
By enrolling in the StinkySocks Hockey Unlimited Membership you give us explicit permission to charge your credit card for the membership every month, on the calendar day of your renewal. For example, if you signed up originally on the 12th of the month then you’ll be charged on the 12th of each month following.
Incurred Fees
You further authorize us to automatically charge any incured fees, such as No Commitment Hockey event no show fees.
Membership Pricing
Pricing is subject to change with 60 days advance notice by StinkySocks Hockey.
Payment Declines
You will be notified of any declined renewal payment and have a 7-day grace period to update your payment method and satisfy your balance. Thereafter, a $20 late fee applies. If any balance is not paid within two renewal cycles your membership will be cancelled.
Discount Limitation
Please note that membership-level discounts cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. The best offer will apply.
CANCELATION OF MEMBERSHIP
You may cancel your membership at any time by contacting StinkySocks Hockey online. The date of cancellation is based upon when your request is submitted, a confirmation of which will be emailed immediately. Upon cancelation, your membership will remain active for the remaining portion of the membership month in which you canceled. Upon membership expiration, any events booked in advance that occur after the expiration date will be canceled and must be rebooked if you'd still like to participate.
For example, if you originally signed up on the 12th of April and then you canceled on the 1st of August then you’d still have benefits through the 11th of August. Any events that you had registered for that take place on or after the 12th of August will be canceled automatically, with credits being issued as if you had called out of them on your own. If you still want to participate in those events, you can rebook with your credits.
MEMBERSHIP PAUSES
General Pauses
You can pause your membership for one renewal period for any reason during the lifetime of your membership. Benefits will be inactive for that month and payments/benefits will resume automatically on the next renewal date. A membership hold must be requested before the renewal date of the month that you’d like to pause your membership.
Long Term Injury Pauses
In the case of a long term injury, the membership can be paused for up to six renewal periods. Benefits will be inactive for those months. Payments/benefits will resume only after requested by the member. An initiation fee will not be incurred again upon resuming. A membership hold must be requested before the renewal date of the month that you’d like to start the pause of your membership and must include a note from a doctor indicating the nature of the injury. If a member who is on a long term injury hold participates in any game outside of the membership, the pause is only valid for 30 days beyond the date of that game.
NO COMMITMENT HOCKEY GAMES
Jersey Requirement
You must own and wear the StinkySocks Hockey jersey that is registered to you in any game.
No Show Fees
Players who have booked a game under these benefits and either do not appear for the game or fail to cancel in advance are subject to being charged the difference between the amount paid and the full cost of the game.
Game Level Selection
Unlimited members may only participate in games that are appropriate for their level. Participating in a game that you are not eligible for will result in membership cancellation.
Game Rebooking
A game booked in advance under the 50% benefit cannot be rebooked under the complimentary game benefit or played as a standby player after cancelation. If available, the game can be reinstated under your original order.
Policies and Rules
All other policies and rules specific to No Commitment Hockey and StinkySocks Hockey in general apply.
More Than One Way For a Goalie to Play
Just like skaters, goalies have options for participating in No Commitment Hockey games. Jump into a game individually, book an entire series as a season pass, or fine tune your skills at a goalie clinic. Whatever your choice, you’ll be playing at the location and level that’s best for you. Best of all, GOALIES PLAY IN GAMES AT NO COST!
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Get a Season Pass
Want to be guaranteed your spot every week at a similar location, date and time? Grab a season pass and the membership benefits that come with it. Once you become a season pass holder, you’ll have the first opportunity to secure their spot in future seasons. Check out the season pass listings to lock in your season of hockey.
Play Game by Game
Play game to game with No Commitment Hockey. As a goalie, you may pick up a game when you are available to play without a long term commitment. NCH allows goalies to commit to games on an individual basis when and where they want to play. It’s like on-demand hockey. No Commitment Hockey listings can always be found right here on our website. All No Commitment Hockey goalie spots are capacity controlled by our booking system and are available to the first goalies to reserve online.
Jerseys
StinkySocks Hockey jerseys are not required for goalies, although appreciated if you’re playing regularly.
If you register for a season pass you’ll get a lace-up goalie jersey absolutely free of charge at the end of your first season as one of the full time membership benefits. If you prefer to get your before that time to wear in your first season, you’ll be refunded for your purchase at the end of the season.
Reversible and lace-up sets that are similar to your skater jerseys are also available for purchase.
Our Commitment to Goalies
We value you as a goalie, regardless of how often you play. We realize how expensive it can be to maintain a goalie bag and, as such, StinkySocks Hockey has committed to not charge goalies to participate in our Standard Games, both through No Commitment Hockey or a season pass. We maintain an extremely high goalie appearance rate because of reliable goalies like you so all we ask in return is for you to be at the rink as planned or provide advance notice if you can no longer make it.
Get Rewarded
Go on call and get paid with our Goalie Reserve program. The way that the program works is that goalies provide their availability for each week. If we have a last minute goalie cancellation and don’t have anyone on the wait list to play then we’ll send out one of our reserves to that game. The more days that you made yourself available, the more points you’ll earn for each game if/when you’re placed. Points can then be redeemed for gift certificates, prizes, or converted to cash. Reserves must be available for at least 3 nights/week and be willing to play at the majority of our locations. This program is only open to a small amount of highly reliable goalies. To get started, contact us to let us know you’re interested.
Take Your Game to the Next Level with Goalie Clinics
With goalie camps and instructional sessions, StinkySocks Hockey will you develop the skills necessary to take your game to the next level!
Goalie No Show Policy
Goalies are an essential part of the quality game that StinkySocks Hockey delivers to its players. Once you sign up for a goalie spot you are committing to be there. If you need to cancel for any reason then we ask you to do so as far in advance as possible. With the right amount of notice we can almost always fill your spot. If you cannot make a scheduled game, we ask that you contact the StinkySocks Hockey league office by phone or a submission on our website.
With the help of our goalies, we have developed a no show policy that we think is fair and still maintains our quality objectives. A “no show” is defined as not providing notice of a cancellation within the guidelines stated below:
- For game times that are at or before 12PM (noon) – Provide notice by 4PM the day prior
- For a game beginning after 12PM and before 5PM – Provide notice by 8PM the day prior
- For a game beginning at or after 5PM and before 8PM – Provide notice by 10AM
- For a game beginning at of after 8PM – Provide notice by 3PM
Goalies who are a “no show” for a game, as defined above, are subject to a $50 fee. Upon a subsequent “no show”, the offending goalie is subject to a $100 fee and may be subject to ineligibility for a period of one year, as determined by the league.
Season pass goalies who call out for more than 20% of their scheduled games in their season may be subject to forfeiting their spot for that season and/or their renewal privileges.
You may provide notice by calling the league office or submitting a callout form online.
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Flexibility
Book session by session or book a season pass.
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Convenience
Pay online to secure your spot, then head to the rink for game time.
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Low player to instructor ratio
Our low player to instructor ratio allows us to customize the instructional programming to each participant’s needs.
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Add a Weekly Game to Your Skills and Save 20% with Skills+
Speed your development even more by applying what you’ve learned in your skills sessions in a real game environment. Our Skills+ offer gets you 20% off both a skills season passes and select Novice-level Standard Game season passes when booked together.
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A Local League That Cares
Visit us at our Boston office or call/text our full time office staff at any time.
Jerseys
All skaters must own and wear a StinkySocks Hockey jersey registered to them in order to be eligible to participate in any No Commitment Hockey® game.
StinkySocks Hockey jerseys are designed by Mando Hockey with the intent for them to be the only jerseys that you’ll ever need in your hockey bag. With a unique identification number on each, they are a primary source of player identification and enable contactless attendance at our games.
Level Guidance
We work to ensure that the teams are being formed in an equitable way that will ensure balance, which is a vital part of the StinkySocks Hockey experience. All players must individually qualify for their team’s chosen level. If you have any questions regarding leveling we invite you to call the league office discuss leveling.
Mixed Open (All Levels)
This is a broad range, mixed level, offered so that players of any ability level have the opportunity to skate together when they normally their levels would not overlap.
Novice (Levels 1-3)
The Novice level is designed for players in the early stages of their adult hockey journey—typically within their first five years of organized play. It also suits those who may have been playing longer as adults but never played hockey prior to adulthood. Additionally, it’s an ideal entry point for individuals returning to the sport after having only played in childhood.
A Level 1 player is generally new to organized hockey and skating in a team environment for the first time. Most players progress quickly out of level 1. Level 2 players often have some childhood experience but did not play in high school and have been away from the game since their organized experience. Level 3 players usually have at least two years of adult hockey experience under their belt. Across all levels within this novice category, players are typically developing fundamental skills in two to four key areas: shooting, passing, skating, and body control.
This level is intended for Level 1-3 players. While it’s open to that range, leagues such as draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often trend toward the upper end of that spectrum due to cohesion and teams rostering the most competitive players eligible within this range.
Mixed Lower (Levels 2-4)
This is a broad range, mixed level, offered so that players of slightly different ability levels have the opportunity to skate together when they normally their levels would not overlap.
A Novice (2-3) player is in the early stages of their adult hockey journey—typically within their first five years of organized play. This level also suits those who may have been playing hockey for longer as adults but never played before adulthood, or individuals returning to the sport after having only played in childhood. The commonality across all levels within the novice category is that players are typically developing fundamental skills in two to four key areas: shooting, passing, skating, and body control. Players at the Lower Intermediate (3-4) level are typically still working on developing at least one of those.
Players with any organized men’s high school-level hockey experience, or whose current playing ability is equivalent to that background, are NOT eligible at this level. However, exceptions may apply, such as in cases where a player has high school experience but has been away from the sport for 20+ years. It is also not an appropriate level range for beginners (level 1).
This level is intended for Level 2 through 4 players. While it’s open to that range, leagues such as draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often trend toward the upper end of that spectrum due to cohesion and teams rostering the most competitive players eligible within this range.
Lower Intermediate (Levels 3-4)
The Lower Intermediate level is designed specifically for adults who began playing hockey as adults. Players at this level are typically still working on developing at least one of the core hockey skills, such as shooting, passing, skating, or body control. Players with any organized men’s high school-level hockey experience, or whose current playing ability is equivalent to that background, are NOT eligible at this level. However, exceptions may apply, such as in cases where a player has high school experience but has been away from the sport for 20+ years.
This level is intended for Level 3 and 4 players. While it’s open to that range, leagues such as draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often trend toward the upper end of that spectrum due to cohesion and teams rostering the most competitive players eligible within this range.
Mixed Mid (Levels 3-6)
This is a broad range, mixed level, offered so that players of slightly different ability levels have the opportunity to skate together when they normally their levels would not overlap.
A Lower Intermediate (3-4) player typically began playing hockey as an adult. Players at this level are usually working on developing at least one of the core hockey skills, such as shooting, passing, skating, or body control. An Intermediate (4-6) player usually has men’s high school-level hockey experience or possesses a comparable current skill level, whether due to their youth, athleticism, or adult playing background. Intermediate players are able to make good passes, shoot effectively, maintain solid puck and body control, and demonstrate overall reliable hockey skills.
Players who have participated in organized hockey beyond high school—such as juniors, college club, or prep—NOT eligible, unless they have been away from the game for 15 years+ or have other mitigating life circumstances.
This level typically includes Level 3 through 6 players but leagues like draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often attract players from the higher end of this spectrum, as teams look to roster the most competitive eligible players available.
Intermediate (Levels 4-6)
The Intermediate level is for players who have men’s high school-level hockey experience or possess a comparable current skill level, whether due to their youth, athleticism, or adult playing background. Players who have participated in organized hockey beyond high school—such as juniors, college club, or prep—NOT eligible, unless they have been away from the game for 15 years+ or have other mitigating life circumstances.
This level typically includes Level 4, 5, and 6 players; Level 5 players are most often in their 30s with high school experience, while Level 4 players are older and Level 6 players tend to be younger. Participants at this level are able to make good passes, shoot effectively, maintain solid puck and body control, and demonstrate overall reliable hockey skills. Although the Intermediate level covers the full 4–6 range, leagues like draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often attract players from the higher end of this spectrum, as teams look to roster the most competitive eligible players available.
Upper Intermediate (Levels 6-7)
Players at the Upper Intermediate level can move the puck well, make solid passes, shoot accurately, have a good hockey sense, and are comfortable with a fast-moving game. It is usually the best fit for younger players who have had solid high school experience, as well as any player who has played juniors, prep, or college club. Players who have participated in organized hockey at the men’s college divisional level, or possess a comparable current skill level, are NOT eligible, unless they have been away from the game for 10 years+ or have other mitigating life circumstances.
This level is intended for Level 6 and 7 players. While it’s open to that range, leagues such as draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often trend toward the upper end of that spectrum due to cohesion and teams rostering the most competitive players eligible within this range.
Mixed Upper (Levels 6-9)
This is a broad range, mixed level, offered so that players of slightly different ability levels have the opportunity to skate together when they normally their levels would not overlap.
Players at the Upper Intermediate level (6-7) can move the puck well, make solid passes, shoot accurately, have a good hockey sense, and are comfortable with a fast-moving game. It is usually the best fit for younger players who have had solid high school experience, as well as any player who has played juniors, prep, or college club. The Advanced level (7-9) includes players with solid experience beyond men’s high school hockey, those with collegiate-level backgrounds, or anyone with equivalent playing ability.
While typically excluding former D1 college players, exceptions may be made for factors like age, time away from the game, or other personal circumstances. This level is intended for Level 7-9 players. While it’s open to that range, leagues such as draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often trend toward the upper end of that spectrum due to cohesion and teams rostering the most competitive players eligible within this range.
Advanced (Levels 7-9)
The Advanced level includes players with solid experience beyond men’s high school hockey, those with collegiate-level backgrounds, or anyone with equivalent playing ability. While typically excluding former D1 college players, exceptions may be made for factors like age, time away from the game, or other personal circumstances.
Players in this range are generally classified as follows: a Level 8 player is usually in their 30s with college-level experience; Level 7 skews older and perhaps less active; while Level 9 includes younger, faster players at the higher end of the advanced skill spectrum. This is a high-tempo level designed strictly for advanced players.
This level is intended for Level 7-9 players. While it’s open to that range, leagues such as draft leagues, BYOT, and tournaments often trend toward the upper end of that spectrum due to cohesion and teams rostering the most competitive players eligible within this range.