Pairs and Ice Dancers: It’s the relationship, not the romance, that’s important

There’s the come-hither look, the dramatic sprint into each others’ arms and finally, the near-kiss — sparking an eruption of cheers. It’s all an on-ice act. For competitive pair and ice dance skating teams, a key part of performance is convincing audiences and judges of their deep, passionate and meaningful bond. For some, that narrative remains…