Hockey is the fastest paced of all major sports because its players rush to complete the game before the ice field melts into vinegar. Enjoy the acidic thrill of competition with today's Groupon: for $11, you get one gold-level ticket to the Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees hockey game versus the Laredo Bucks on Friday, February 18, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. (a $20.75 value). The puck hits the ice at State Farm Arena in Hidalgo.

As members of the AA Central Hockey League and winner of the 2008–2009 award for CHL Franchise of the Year, the Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees harvest the passion of local sport lovers from October through March with hard-hitting, goal-laden hockey. Piloted by head coach Chris Brooks, this season's crop of aspiring hat-trickers look to inch closer to a playoff birth behind the strong play of three-star leader Tomas Klempa and sturdy goalie Juliano Pagliero. Your gold-level seat ensures spectacular views of every cheer-inducing goal, penalty, and zamboni wheelie trick.

Adding ice fuel to the frozen hockey fire is the budding rivalry between the Killer Bees and the Laredo Bucks. The Bucks challenged the Bees to play for the inaugural Cricket Mayor's Cup over the course of this season, adding extra weight to their forthcoming matchup and promising future dazzle to the winning team's mantle. Both Laredo and Rio Grande fans will want to be present as the teams clash for honor, glory, and the last slice of victory pie. The game will also feature a giveaway of 1,000 lunch boxes provided by Valle Grande Institute. Visit the Killer Bee Facebook page for more details.