Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Soccer Coach (2011): the petitioner's acclaimed achievements as a soccer player
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner's acclaimed achievements as a soccer player occurred decades prior and were not considered evidence of sustained acclaim in his intended field of coaching. The AAO determined that playing soccer and coaching are distinct areas of expertise, and the petitioner failed to demonstrate the requisite extraordinary ability and sustained acclaim as a coach.
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Sustained National Or International Acclaim Intent To Continue Work In The Area Of Expertise Distinction Between Player And Coach Expertise
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