Ever wondered why players are labeled ‘hooks’? Let’s uncover the intriguing origins behind this amusing term.
Summary
- Players puzzled over the origin of the term ‘hook.’
- Speculation that it might have stemmed from tennis.
- A user shared a humorous reference to Captain Hook from Peter Pan.
- Discussion on whether ‘hook’ could be region-specific.
fubbleskag
“I’ve literally never heard this term used in two years of playing.”
Hot_Cattle5399
“Captain Hook always lied to Peter Pan when they played Pickleball.”
MisterBinks
“Not sure of origins but it’s a carryover term from tennis.”
scrolling_before_bed
“Could it be related to the ‘bitchy girl’ meaning? It’s funny how I was just thinking about this!”
Brett_Hulls_Foot humorously suggested a playful response, while Jonn_Doh pondered on the arbitrariness of the term ‘hook’ in relation to calling lines in the game.