dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Tennis Coaching
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner sought classification as a tennis coach but provided evidence of acclaim as a tennis competitor. The AAO determined that tennis instruction and tennis competition are not the same area of expertise, and the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary had sustained national or international acclaim in the intended field of coaching.
Criteria Discussed
Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Display Of Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations
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