What league does HPK U20 play in?

HPK U20 play in the U20 SM-sarja.

When was HPK U20 founded?

HPK U20 was founded in 1929 in Hämeenlinna, FIN, Finland.

Where is HPK U20 based?

HPK U20 is based in Hämeenlinna, FIN.

Who is the head coach of HPK U20?

The head coach of HPK U20 is Niko Marttila.

What arena does HPK U20 play in?

HPK U20 play their home games at Pohjantähti areena in Hämeenlinna, FIN.

What are the team colors of HPK U20?

The team colors of HPK U20 are Orange + Black + White.

HPK U20

U20 SM-sarja

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2026-2027 HPK U20 Roster

	#	Player	A	Born	Birthplace	HT	WT	S	CTRCT
GOALTENDERS
		Jasu Louhikoski (G)	16	2010	Rovaniemi, FIN	6'0"	165	L	27/28+2
		Aaron Matokangas (G)	18	2008	Hämeenlinna, FIN	6'0"	154	L	Junior
		Lassi Paananen (G)	20	2006	Jyväskylä, FIN	6'1"	187	L	26/27
		Aarni Salin (G)	18	2008	Lahti, FIN	-	-	L	Junior
DEFENSEMEN
		Niklas Jussila (D)	19	2007	Tampere, FIN	6'0"	190	L	Junior
		Akseli Ketonen (D)	20	2005	Hämeenlinna, FIN	5'11"	176	R	26/27
		Elmeri Laamanen (D)	19	2007	Oulunsalo, FIN	5'7"	141	R	Junior
		Matias Lappalainen (D)	20	2006	Hämeenlinna, FIN	6'0"	187	R	Junior
		Onnikalle Lehtonen (D)	20	2006		6'0"	157	-	Junior
	#20	Topias Liski (D)	21	2005	Kerava, FIN	5'11"	179	L	Junior
		Gabriel Nitz (D)	19	2007	Santo Domingo, DOM	6'4"	209	R	27/28+1
		Eevert Palho (D)	17	2008	Helsinki, FIN	6'0"	176	L	Junior
		Joona Ranta (D)	18	2008	Lahti, FIN	5'11"	187	L	Junior
		Matias Rintanen (D)	18	2008	Hämeenlinna, FIN	6'0"	181	L	Junior
		Eetu Salmivuori (D)	17	2009	Pyhäjoki, FIN	5'11"	176	L	27/28+1
		Elmeri Vuori (D)	18	2008		5'11"	190	L	Junior
FORWARDS
		Veikka Fagerström (C)	21	2005	Vantaa, FIN	6'3"	196	L	Junior
		Robin Huttunen (RW/LW)	20	2006	Riihimäki, FIN	6'0"	157	L	Junior
		Kaarlo Kapanen (RW/C)	20	2006		5'10"	152	-	Junior
		Filip Klíma (F)	17	2008	Hradec Kralove, CZE	6'4"	181	R	27/28+1
		Kasper Kostjukovs (F)	18	2007	Riihimäki, FIN	5'11"	192	L	Junior
		Oskari Kuusisto (F)	18	2007	Espoo, FIN	6'2"	196	R	Junior
	#3	Paavo Laine (C/W)	17	2009	Hämeenlinna, FIN	6'0"	168	L	27/28
		Veeti Lamponen (LW)	19	2007	Valkeala, FIN	6'1"	190	L	Junior
		Ilari Mäkinen (RW)	17	2008	Hämeenlinna, FIN	6'2"	187	L	26/27+1
		Samu Mäkinen (F)	16	2009	Forssa, FIN	5'9"	148	L	Junior
		Nico Niemelä (F)	18	2008	Forssa, FIN	6'3"	183	R	27/28
		Raffael Nitz (F)	19	2007	Santo Domingo, DOM	6'4"	203	R	27/28+1
		Lenni Pihlajasalo (RW/C)	19	2007	Hämeenlinna, FIN	5'11"	185	R	Junior
		Eppe Seikkula (C)	18	2007	Kauhava, FIN	5'11"	174	L	Junior
		Eeveri Sipilä (RW)	17	2008	Hämeenlinna, FIN	5'11"	176	R	Junior
		Valtteri Viitaluoma (C)	20	2006		6'0"	172	L	Junior
		Viljami Viitaluoma (C/W)	20	2006		5'11"	179	L	Junior

Position: G: 4, D: 12, F: 17Av Age: 18.55 yearsAv Ht: 6'0"Av Wt: 176 lbsCompare with other teams »

2026-2027 HPK U20 Staff

Head CoachNiko Marttila
Asst. CoachSaku Järvi
Asst. CoachNiko Kapanen
Goaltending CoachSamuli Kangosjärvi
Team ManagerMika Kannisto
Team ManagerPekka Kari-Koskinen
Team ManagerJarkko Savijoki
Equipment ManagerLasse Jokinen
Equipment ManagerPetri Kemppainen
Equipment ManagerKimmo Viljanen

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HPK U20 Facts

Plays in: U20 SM-sarja
Team Colors: Orange + Black + White
Town: Hämeenlinna, FIN Map
Founded: 1929

2026-2027 HPK U20 Roster Facts

Nationalities

30 players
2 players
1 player

Experience

HPK U20: 867 GP
WC: 7 GP
Liiga: 20 GP

Affiliated Team(s)

FPS (Suomi-sarja)
HPK (Liiga)
HPK U16 (U16 SM-sarja)
HPK U18 (U18 Mestis)

Arena Information

Arena Name: Pohjantähti areena
Location: Hämeenlinna, FIN
Capacity: 5 360
Construction Year: 1979

HPK U20 Games

date	home	visiting	score	league
09/05/2026 12:00 PM UTC	HPK U20	TPS U20	-	U20 SM-sarja
09/04/2026 03:30 PM UTC	HPK U20	Ilves U20	-	U20 SM-sarja
04/04/2026 02:00 PM UTC	Tappara U20	HPK U20	1 - 2 (OT 75:51)	U20 SM-sarja
03/30/2026 03:30 PM UTC	Ilves U20	HPK U20	3 - 2 (OT 76:57)	U20 SM-sarja
03/28/2026 02:00 PM UTC	HPK U20	Ilves U20	4 - 5 (OT 61:29)	U20 SM-sarja

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Filip Klíma (F)

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04/12/2026

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Totte Pulli (F)

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04/11/2026

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Teemu Kaikkonen (F)

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04/08/2026

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Mikke Mämmi (G)

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01/24/2026

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HPK U20 History and Standings

season	league	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2026-2027	U20 SM-sarja	0	0	0	-	0	0	0	0	0	-	14	-
2025-2026	U20 SM-sarja	44	19	15	-	2	8	143	128	69	1.57	8	Bronze game win
2024-2025	U20 SM-sarja	44	11	25	-	1	7	127	169	42	0.95	17	Did not make playoffs
2023-2024	U20 SM-sarja	38	18	11	-	5	4	130	100	68	1.79	8	Eighth Final Loss
2022-2023	U20 SM-sarja	22	10	9	-	1	2	77	76	34	1.55	6	Did not make playoffs
	U20 SM-sarja	23	9	12	-	1	1	67	69	30	1.3	16	Final group
2021-2022	U20 SM-sarja	44	15	19	-	5	5	137	149	60	1.36	10	Did not make playoffs
	U20 SM-sarja	19	9	5	-	2	3	72	51	34	1.79	7	Final group
2020-2021	U20 SM-sarja	23	10	13	-	3	0	77	94	27	1.17	14	Did not make playoffs
	U20 SM-sarja	23	10	13	-	3	0	77	94	27	1.17	14	Final group
2019-2020	U20 SM-liiga	52	25	18	-	4	5	164	146	88	1.69	6	Playoffs Cancelled
	U20 SM-liiga	34	20	14	-	2	3	104	90	61	1.79	6	Final group
2018-2019	U20 SM-liiga	52	22	23	-	4	3	159	174	77	1.48	8	Quarterfinal loss
	U20 SM-liiga	34	17	14	-	1	2	108	104	55	1.62	8	Final group
2017-2018	U20 SM-liiga	53	35	6	-	5	7	203	104	122	2.3	1	Quarterfinal loss
	U20 SM-liiga	35	24	4	-	3	4	137	72	82	2.34	1	Final group
2016-2017	U20 SM-liiga	48	29	11	-	5	3	173	113	100	2.08	1	Champion
2015-2016	U20 SM-liiga	50	21	19	-	6	4	141	151	79	1.58	9	Bronze game loss
2014-2015	U20 SM-liiga	48	21	15	-	7	5	192	157	82	1.71	6	Final loss
2013-2014	U20 SM-liiga	48	21	19	-	3	5	146	141	74	1.54	8	First round loss
2012-2013	U20 SM-liiga	48	28	11	-	3	6	142	103	96	2	1	Champion
2011-2012	U20 SM-liiga	48	25	19	-	1	3	176	164	80	1.67	7	Bronze game win
2010-2011	U20 SM-liiga	42	28	8	-	3	3	176	97	93	2.21	1	Quarterfinal loss
2009-2010	U20 SM-liiga	42	20	16	-	2	4	134	125	68	1.62	6	Quarterfinal loss
2008-2009	U20 SM-liiga	42	18	16	-	5	3	146	129	67	1.6	6	Semifinal loss
2007-2008	U20 SM-liiga	42	20	13	-	2	7	144	145	71	1.69	4	Bronze game loss
2006-2007	U20 SM-liiga	6	4	0	1	0	1	32	13	10	1.67	2	Saved in relegation
	U20 SM-liiga	42	11	24	4	1	2	97	149	30	0.71	13	Relegation Play
2005-2006	U20 SM-liiga	39	18	16	2	3	0	117	110	44	1.13	5	Quarterfinal loss
2004-2005	U20 SM-liiga	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	1	Saved in relegation

HPK U20 Tournament Statistics

season	tournament	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2013-2014	JCWC	3	2	1	-	0	0	10	9	6	2	2	Final loss

HPK U20 Retired Numbers

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