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No 225 : March 28, 1973

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It Looks so Easy

The Y.M.C.A. Stadium was crowded to capacity for the visit of the Japanese Gold Medal Olympic gymnasts on February 22. They gave an outstanding display and, combined with local talent, provided a good evening's entertainment.

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Akinori Nakayama demonstrates his skill and control on the rings.

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The team warmed up with some tumbling which looked too easy for words.

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Shigeru Kasamatsu caught in action as he flips over the vault.

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Mayor Harry Barker welcomes manager Yoshio Miyake and team members Akinori Nakayama, Fumio Honma and Shigeru Kasamatsu.

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The team was issued the traditional challenge by the Te Rangipai Maori Club, which later entertained.

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Members of the Te Rangipai Club in action

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Team manager Yoshio Miyake, opened proceedings by playing the national anthems of both countries on a Japanese flute.

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Another shot of Shigeru Kasamatsu as he soars over the vault

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An archery demonstration was given by champion Jim Burton

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Perfect control by Fumio Honma on the parallel bars

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