As was said on another skating forum, it's likely that Alysa wasn't chosen for the team competition because of the man who was following her at the Olympics and the policies of the Chinese government against Alysa's dad and Alysa too. Remember Alysa had guards watching over her for her protection from any harmdoers. Alysa didn't even arrive at the Olympics until after the Opening ceremomies. Hardly the perfect time to participate in the team event.