I doubt the Shibs will have any issues at all with current ice dance content even in the short time they’ve got before US nationals. They were good at lifts, and the tech requirements have been watered down beyond recognition since they were active. Choreo elements are never actually marked on execution.
It’s conditioning and relearning how to manage competition adrenaline that might be more difficult.
oh i don't think the issue will be with their skating ability, more that their programs aren't exactly the style that has been more popular lately. They have Scali on their side though so that will help.
For what it's worth, a source that i fully trust said they heard rumbling about the shibs coming back at skam 2024, and they said the shibs have been serious about training for 8-ish months now. But they've also been traveling a lot and Alex had an awkward blonde phase. Anyway I guess we shall see.
I am happy that Maia is healthy enough to train at this level. Life is extremely fleeting, so to feel good enough to train and compete is good for her.