FAQ - IceHockeyMan
Answers to the most common questions about Premium, IHM Academy, and Coach Mark Lehtonen.
General Information
Who is Coach Mark Lehtonen?
Coach Mark Lehtonen is a former professional coach with years of experience in European hockey. On IceHockeyMan, he shares analysis, match breakdowns, and insights based on his personal coaching database.
What is IceHockeyMan?
IceHockeyMan is a platform dedicated to hockey: daily match breakdowns, news, highlights, Premium analysis, and the educational IHM Academy.
What is the difference between Free and Premium?
Free content includes daily match breakdowns, news, and highlights. Premium gives you access to in-depth tactical analysis, Coach Mark Lehtonen’s Database insights, and the Premium archive.
When does Premium start in the new season?
Premium begins once teams in all major leagues have played at least two games. This ensures that early-season adjustments are clear before deeper analysis starts.
What is IHM Academy?
IHM Academy is Coach Mark Lehtonen’s educational project: covering hockey tactics, terminology, training, health, recovery, and psychology.
Premium & Subscription
How much does Premium cost?
€29.99 per month. One tariff, all features included.
How do I subscribe?
On the Premium page, choose the plan and pay via Stripe. Supported: bank cards (including Revolut), Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Access opens instantly after payment.
Which payment methods are available?
Stripe: bank cards, Revolut, Google Pay, and Apple Pay.
Can I cancel my subscription?
Yes. You can cancel anytime in your account settings. Access remains until the end of the paid period.
What is included in the Premium archive?
All past Premium insights: tactical breakdowns, coaching notes, and detailed season reports by Coach Mark Lehtonen.
Content & Analysis
Which leagues are covered?
Primarily the NHL, as well as top European leagues (DEL, SHL, Liiga, CHL, and more) and international tournaments when relevant.
Why does Premium start only after the first games?
Because only then do we see real line chemistry, special teams performance, and coaching adjustments. Before that, data is unstable.
What is Coach Mark Lehtonen’s Database?
A unique system built over years, tracking coaching strategies, in-game behavior, timeouts, line matching, and goalie usage. Updated in real time each season.
How often are breakdowns published?
Daily throughout the season. During playoffs, even more frequently due to tight schedules.
Is past season data available?
Yes. In the Premium archive you will find Coach Mark Lehtonen’s reports and analysis. Additionally, in the free section you can explore team histories yourself: click on a team logo in the calendar to see full match history and past seasons - Fixtures & Results.
Technical & Access
I can’t access Premium - what should I do?
Check if you are logged in. Clear your browser cache and try again. If the issue remains, contact support.
How do I reset my password?
On the login page, click “Forgot password” and follow the instructions sent to your email.
Do I need an app to use IceHockeyMan?
No, the site works fully in browsers and is optimized for mobile devices. Does the site work on mobile?
Yes. IceHockeyMan is optimized for smartphones and tablets.
Is the site available in different languages?
Yes. IceHockeyMan operates in 19 language versions, each hosted on its own subdomain (for example, fr.icehockeyman.com, de.icehockeyman.com, es.icehockeyman.com). This way, fans around the world can enjoy the site in their local language.