The Bayou State Rougarou, a brand‑new franchise in the North American 3 Hockey League, is slated to make its home debut at Shreveport’s historic Hirsch Coliseum when the 2026‑27 season gets underway.
The team’s inaugural schedule promises a rugged road through the early months, with a cluster of games against familiar regional rivals that will test the roster’s depth early on.
Opening Months Packed with Rivalry
In September the Rougarou will host a three‑game series against the Louisiana Drillers, followed by a back‑to‑back showdown with the Austin Ice Bats later in the month, setting a competitive tone for the campaign.
October brings a trio of contests with the Pelham Prowlers, while a single meeting with the Louisiana Drillers returns later in the month, offering a chance for revenge.
The new year kicks off with a three‑game series against the Atlanta Capitals in January, culminating in a high‑profile three‑game set against the same Capitals in late January, before the team travels to face the Texas RoadRunners in February.
The schedule rounds out with a final series against the Texas RoadRunners in late February, promising a crescendo of action before the season’s midpoint.
Fans in Shreveport and across Louisiana can look forward to an energetic atmosphere at Hirsch Coliseum, where the Rougarou will aim to translate its rigorous road slate into home‑ice dominance.