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@JonoMarshall
Harsh! The rules state you can choose a sub, but obviously this takes time, so delay the game if you can, but if it's the last game of a round (SR) then I'd state that they need to finish the game with 2 players or make a quick decision (their sub cannot be in the tournament and they must keep them for the rest of the tournament).
Really there are no LHBPA rules that cover what happens when games can't start/restart, so you're free to choose an approach as the organiser.
If we're doing RR then I'd suggest delaying the game until it can be played, maybe give each team one of these lifelines before issuing forfeits
If one team are on court and you're feeling harsh then set the ball in the centre and start the game... ensure all missing players tap in as they enter the court. As the full team scores then the other team could delay the game under the LHBPA rules but I would take a clue from the NAH set and would give then X amount of time before a ball turnover is issued (so in theory a team can beat another team without them on court). Or just do the one goal every two minutes thing for ease.
Use your organiser's prerogative, just make sure you brief everyone in the morning.