Canadian Ice dance mix and match

[4everchan]

Canadian Ice dance has been through a hurricane. Many splits and retirements have led to 4 new promising teams, all representing Canada.

Marjorie Lajoie and Jean-Luc Baker = Bakerie

Hannah Lim and Zachary Lagha = Lila

Sandrine Gauthier and Paul Ayer = Spa

Alicia Fabbri and Marko Gaidajenko = Alma

Before we see them skate competitively, which for most should happen at Championnats québécois d'été on August 7 (Rhythm dance) and August 8 (Free dance), which team do you think will be most successful ?

Feel free to elaborate in the discussion part of the thread, especially if you have picked "None of the above"

 

[Cutting the ice]

I hate to choose because I hope all are very successful. But I was impressed with Lila's announcement video. Hannah and Zach look wonderful together. Perhaps Bakerie have the edge because they can compete internationally this year - and are also incredibly talented skaters (see how Jean Luc gets his sea legs back by late autumn). Lila will have to play a bit of catch-up because of this. But next year (27-28) will be very revealing when the international judges get to, well make their judgments.

 

[ladyjane]

I am actually looking forward to the season now. Much as I regretted the splits and loved the former combinations of skaters, these seem really nice now. I am glad to see Jean-Luc back who I have always thought to be a great skater, and with Marjorie. That does seem a great combination. Hence my choice to put them first.

A pity I'll only be able to see Zach and Hannah in Canadian competitions, but it is the country with the most Free Streams, so I'll still be able to watch.

I don't know at all what to think of Spa and Alma yet. Exciting times!

 

[4everchan]

I am actually looking forward to the season now. Much as I regretted the splits and loved the former combinations of skaters, these seem really nice now. I am glad to see Jean-Luc back who I have always thought to be a great skater, and with Marjorie. That does seem a great combination. Hence my choice to put them first.

A pity I'll only be able to see Zach and Hannah in Canadian competitions, but it is the country with the most Free Streams, so I'll still be able to watch.

I don't know at all what to think of Spa and Alma yet. Exciting times!

I agree.

Regarding Spa, I think they look really good together on the ice. It will be harder for them to adjust because Sandrine is so young but she has a wonderful partner in Paul. I think they could play the "steamy" vibe à la Weapo (in a much shorter version)

Alma : I have a "newbie to the Canadian team" crush on Marko. And I have always adored Alicia. I hope they do well. They have a spark already and could play that cool, funky vibe.

Lila : this could be my preferred team and that's why I voted for them. Perfect lines. More classical approach. Ice dance tradition. Depth.

Bakery : I agree they have the edge for now. Excellent skaters with lots of experience. I think Skate Canada will push them too.

 

[4everchan]

Oh.. this is tight. I thought it was going to perhaps be more one-sided.

 

[4everchan]

Okay. The poll is no longer tight. Bakerie has a huge lead. Two none of the above so far. I'd be curious to know why some thing none of these teams can reach the top. Is it because you believe that lauriault le gac will reach the top?