EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2016Sustained
Outcome: Sustained
APR202016_02B2203
JudgingMetLeading or critical roleMetFinal meritsMet
Our summary
Gymnastics coach in China appeals denial. Claimed judging and critical role criteria. AAO sustained appeal, finding two regulatory criteria met and extraordinary ability demonstrated through sustained national acclaim and career at highest competitive level.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Licensed as category IV judge since 2009, satisfies plain language of criterion
- Leading or critical role · Head gymnastics coach at distinguished national institution recruiting and developing elite talent
- Final merits · Sustained fifteen-year career with recognition and acclaim demonstrating top-tier expertise
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Licensed as category IV judge since 2009, satisfies plain language of criterion |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Head gymnastics coach at distinguished national institution recruiting and developing elite talent |
 Final merits | Met | Sustained fifteen-year career with recognition and acclaim demonstrating top-tier expertise |
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