Goater's father David was also a footballer, playing for East Perth Football Club in the WAFL.

Goater was a North Melbourne supporter in childhood.

In 2021, he spent four weeks with Essendon's VFL side, playing one game against the Frankston Football Club, during which he kicked a goal.

Goater made his debut in the last game of the 2022 season.

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