1 ON 1 DIVISION
The T3 Tumbling League’s 1 on 1 division showcases the pinnacle of tumbling talent, where athletes go head-to-head in a thrilling display of skill, creativity, and athleticism!
FORMAT:
- A coin flip at the start of each battle determines who performs first. The order alternates with each round to ensure fairness.
- Athletes take turns executing their most impressive passes, aiming to outperform their opponent.
- After each round, judges will indicate their choice for the best performance. The first athlete to secure 3 round wins is declared the winner.
RULES:
- All tumbling skills are permitted, with no cap on difficulty. Tricking skills, such as corks, are excluded.
- Athletes may initiate passes from a running or standing position, offering strategic flexibility.
- Each athlete is granted one opportunity to redo a pass following a mistake or fall, ensuring a fair chance at showcasing their best abilities.
Criteria:
- Difficulty: The complexity and challenge of the performed skills.
- Execution: The precision, technique, and cleanliness of the performance.
- Creativity: The originality and inventiveness of the skills, connections, and passes.
2 ON 2 DIVISION
This division brings pairs of athletes together to compete, blending their skills in a spectacular display of coordination, creativity, and tumbling prowess.
FORMAT:
- A coin flip at the beginning of each battle decides which team performs first, with the order alternating every round to maintain fairness.
- Teams take turns executing their passes, each duo striving to outshine their rivals with combined flair and technical excellence.
- Judges award the round to the team with the most impressive performance, based on synchronization, creativity, and difficulty. The first team to claim 3 round victories wins the battle.
RULES:
- All tumbling skills are allowed, encouraging the highest levels of difficulty without restrictions. Tricking moves, such as corks, remain off-limits to maintain the focus on tumbling.
- Teams can start their passes from either a running or standing position, allowing for strategic variety in their routines.
- Each team is afforded one chance to redo a pass if a mistake or fall occurs, giving them a fair opportunity to demonstrate their peak abilities.
Criteria:
- Difficulty: The complexity and challenge of the skills performed.
- Execution: The precision, technique, and cleanliness of the performance.
- Creativity: The originality and inventiveness of the skills, connections, and passes.
- Synchronization: The coordination and timing between team members during the routine.
- Team Showcase: Ability of the routine to highlight the strengths of each team member.
Judging
We adopt a subjective approach to scoring, empowering our judges to evaluate an athlete’s performance holistically. This flexibility encourages athletes to push the boundaries of skills, creativity, and innovation within their passes, crucial elements in T3.
Our judges are distinguished by their diverse backgrounds in various tumbling disciplines, including elite athletes, seasoned coaches, and passionate enthusiasts. To ensure a comprehensive understanding and fair assessment of elite tumbling skills, each judge undergoes our rigorous elite tumbling judging course and assessment.
This system, designed to uphold fairness and promote excellence, is at the heart of T3’s ethos!
