dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics (Tennis Coaching)
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the required sustained national or international acclaim as either an athlete or a coach. The AAO determined that she did not demonstrate extraordinary ability as an athlete with recent evidence, and therefore had to meet the criteria as a coach, which she also failed to do. The decision emphasized that solicited witness letters carry less weight than pre-existing, objective evidence of acclaim.
Criteria Discussed
Sustained National Or International Acclaim One-Time Achievement (Major Internationally Recognized Award) Leading Or Critical Role Comparable Evidence Continuing To Work In The Area Of Expertise
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