Ice in the Bayou: Zydeco Hockey Heats Up

Hockey season is back in Baton Rouge, and new Zydeco head coach Chad Bailey is ready to lead the charge. With a fresh system, returning players, and a growing rivalry with Biloxi, the team is building chemistry and chasing wins. Bailey shares his journey from Arizona to Wyoming to Texas, and now Louisiana—where fans are embracing the sport with Southern flair. From fast-paced offense to defensive grit, Zydeco hockey is evolving. With community support and a roster of committed players, Baton Rouge is becoming an unlikely hockey hotspot. Catch the action this Friday at the River Center and feel the ice ignite.