3VIEW: Louisiana Drillers

The 3View video series will feature an in-depth look into all NA3HL teams in preparation for the 2026-27 season, with one team being highlighted daily, leading all the way up until the start of the regular season on September 4th. 3View will include interviews with each team’s head coach, as they provide fans with their expectations and outlook for the 2026-27 season. 

Louisiana Drillers

Head Coach: Chris Francis (Entering 4th season)

2025-26 season record: 46-0-1-0 (1st in Southeast Division)

2025-26 leading scorer: Brody Neish (62G 93A - 155 points)

2026 Playoffs: 2026 Fraser Cup Championship Runner Ups

2026-27 Division: Southeast Division

Location: Lafayette, Louisiana

“We compete very hard. We push each other to get better. And we know when it comes to games and all that stuff, that we have each other's back,” said Chris Francis, head coach of the Drillers. 

By keeping standards of competing hard every day, Francis is looking forward to this upcoming season and the new additions for this Louisiana lineup. Francis says buying into the process is crucial for seeing success.  

Next up: Minnesota Vulcans