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Kasamatsu Vault

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description Kasamatsu Vault Overview

The Kasamatsu Vault is a gymnastics skill contested in men's artistic gymnastics, named after Japanese gymnast Shigeru Kasamatsu. It belongs to the Tsukahara family of vaults, which require a round-off entry onto the vaulting table. The gymnast then executes a back salto off the table, incorporating a twist before landing. This complex acrobatic maneuver demonstrates advanced spatial awareness and is performed at the elite levels of competitive gymnastics.

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How is a Kasamatsu vault performed in gymnastics?

A gymnast performs a Kasamatsu vault by doing a round-off entry onto the springboard, followed by a quarter turn onto the vaulting table. They then push off backward and execute a back salto with a half twist before landing.

Who is the Kasamatsu vault named after?

The vault is named after Japanese gymnast Shigeru Kasamatsu, who successfully performed it in international competition. Once a move is performed at a major competition like the World Championships, it is officially added to the Code of Points under that athlete's name.

What is the difficulty rating of a Kasamatsu vault?

Depending on the exact number of twists added in mid-air, a standard Kasamatsu vault is generally rated around a 4.6 in the current Men's Gymnastics Code of Points. Adding a full twist increases this difficulty score significantly.

What is the difference between a Kasamatsu and a Tsukahara vault?

Both use the round-off, quarter-turn entry onto the table, but a Tsukahara involves a straight back salto without twisting. The Kasamatsu specifically incorporates a half-twist during the backward salto before landing.

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