Tag Archives: pickleball culture
04
Dec
why is pickleball called pickleball
Pickleball’s quirky name stems from a playful mix of origins. One theory attributes it to the family dog of co-creator Joel Pritchard, named Pickles, who would chase balls around the court. Others claim the name reflects the sport’s “pickled” mix of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong.
26
Nov
where was pickleball invented
Pickleball was born in the summer of 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington. A blend of badminton, tennis, and table tennis, it emerged from a playful day of family fun, sparking a sport that would grow into a beloved pastime across the globe.