Baton Rouge Hockey Club Appoints Jimmy Soper as Inaugural Head Coach
Jimmy Soper, a former SPHL captain, is set to guide the newly formed Baton Rouge Hockey Club, which will announce its name and open season‑ticket sales on July 22.
Jul 26, 2026
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Jimmy Soper Takes the Helm of Baton Rouge Hockey Club
The Baton Rouge Hockey Club announced Jimmy Soper as its first head coach, tapping a nine‑year SPHL veteran and former Ice Bears captain to steer the expansion team toward its inaugural season.
Jul 26, 2026
Baton Rouge Hockey Club names Jimmy Soper as inaugural head coach
The newly formed Baton Rouge Hockey Club has appointed Jimmy Soper as its first head coach, setting the stage for a competitive debut in the Federal Prospects Hockey League this fall.
Jul 26, 2026
Jimmy Soper Named First Head Coach of Baton Rouge Hockey Club
Former Knoxville Ice Bears captain Jimmy Soper takes the helm of the newly formed Baton Rouge Hockey Club, bringing a decade of professional experience and a philosophy rooted in accountability and excellence.
Jul 26, 2026
Baton Rouge’s New Hockey Franchise to Unveil Its Identity
The city’s upcoming hockey team will be introduced at a press conference at the Raising Cane's River Center, with Andreas Johansson as owner, Jimmy Soper as coach, and a live stream on Facebook and YouTube.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge’s New Professional Hockey Team Unveils Identity
The upcoming hockey franchise will reveal its name and logo on July 22, marking a pivotal moment for professional hockey in Louisiana.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge Kingfish Unveil Name, Logo and Community‑First Vision
On July 22, the Baton Rouge Kingfish revealed its branding and announced plans to begin play this fall in the FPHL, backed by a new ownership group led by Matt Pace and a three‑year lease at the Raising Cane’s River Center.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge Kingfish Revive City’s Hockey Legacy with New Franchise
The newly unveiled Baton Rouge Kingfish replaces the defunct Zydeco and promises a revamped arena atmosphere, season‑ticket sales, and a nod to former Governor Huey P. Long.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge Revives Its Hockey Legacy with the New Kingfish Franchise
The Kingfish, a nod to Louisiana’s political past, will begin play in October 2026 after the Zydeco folded, with Johansson at the helm and Soper coaching.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge Revives Hockey Legacy with New Kingfish Franchise
The Baton Rouge Kingfish, a new minor league hockey franchise, will debut in the 2026‑27 season under owner Andreas Johansson, reviving a historic nickname that honors the state’s political legend.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge Kingfish Revive City’s Hockey Legacy with New FPHL Franchise
The Federal Prospects Hockey League has welcomed a new franchise that will call Baton Rouge home, reviving a piece of the city’s hockey heritage. The club adopts the Kingfish moniker, a nod to the city’s late 1990s and early 2000s team and an homage to former Governor Huey P. Long, whose nickname inspired the name. Ownership groups including Matt Pace and Andreas Johansson see the venture as both an honor and a chance to deliver a premium experience for fans, with Johansson also steering the nearby FPHL team Binghamton Black Bear. Veteran coach Jimmy Soper, a former Knoxville Ice Bears captain, will guide the squad, bringing a championship pedigree to the roster. Season tickets are now available, and the home opener is slated for October 16 against the Monroe Moccasins, giving Zydeco season‑ticket holders a two‑week window to secure their seats.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge Kingfish Ready for Inaugural FPHL Season
The Baton Rouge Kingfish have unveiled their name, logo and leadership ahead of the first FPHL season, with tickets now on sale.
Jul 23, 2026
Baton Rouge Kingfish Revived After Decades, Set for Home Opener
The Kingfish name, inspired by Louisiana governor Huey P. Long, returns to the ice as the Federal Prospects Hockey League franchise prepares for its inaugural season at the Raising Cane's River Center.
Jul 23, 2026