dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner's acclaim was not sustained, as his athletic awards in orienteering were from over a decade prior to filing and were primarily in age-group competitions. Furthermore, the AAO determined that his proposed work as a physical training coach was a different area of expertise than his past accomplishments as a competitive athlete, and he failed to establish extraordinary ability as a coach.
Criteria Discussed
Lesser Prizes Or Awards
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