What Is a Punch Ball?

Identification

• A punch ball is a large, strong air-inflated rubber balloon that is attached to a rubber band. A punch ball can also be called a punch balloon.

Function

• The punch ball is a one-player game in which the player holds on to the rubber band and tries to punch the balloon as many times in a row as possible.

Features

• The punch ball balloon may have words or a picture printed on it. The balloon is made of a thicker rubber than party balloons so it can better withstand the blow of a punch. Some businesses distribute punch balls printed with promotional advertising.

Size

• Punch balls are usually between 8 and 16 inches in diameter, depending on the original balloon size and how much it is inflated.

Punch Ball: The Game

• Punch ball is a street game that is similar to stickball but played without a stick. Players designate bases in the area--as in baseball--and round the bases when the ball is punched.