According to the article, why did Joan Pritchard call her family's made-up game pickleball?

Question

The paddles used in the game had the color and texture of a pickle.
The addition of the non-volley zone often left players in a pickle.
The mix of different sports in the game reminded her of a pickle boat in crew.
The game was invented while the family was eating pickles on a summer day.

Answer 1

The game was invented while the family was eating pickles on a summer day.