Puncherello, named after officer John Poncherello, from the TV show CHIPS, is a game played while driving; requires two or more players. Object of game is to
spot a
police vehicle before other players do. First
player to see a
police vehicle and yell, " PUNCHERELLO" wins. Winner is rewarded by punching all other players on the arm. Game is continuous, never ends. Improves players skills of staying alert, aware, and on-the-lookout, for law enforcement. Multiple cop cruisers count for multiple punches. Police motorcycles, helicopters, horseback, and cyclists count, as well. Any
player making a false or mistaken "Puncherello" will receive double the punches from all players. Yelling Puncherello while being pulled over by the police is an instant 20 punch win.
Puncherello is an
awesome game; it keeps me aware of
pigs, in the area. I stash my illegal items, punch my passenger, and make a quick getaway, before the
pigs spot me. It is a win-win!