A connection assembly includes a first attachment strap, a first mating assembly, a second attachment strap, a second mating assembly, and a tool key, which connection assembly is used to releasable couple a first article to a second article. The first attachment strap is inserted through a loop in the first article then folded around the loop. The first mating assembly is positioned on opposing ends of the first attachment strap. The second attachment strap is inserted through a loop in the second article and then folded around the loop. The second mating assembly is positioned on opposing ends of the second attachment strap. The tool key is used to rotate a rotatable portion of each of the first mating assembly and the second mating assembly to secure them in place on their respective attachment straps. The first and second mating assemblies are then releasably coupled together.