EB-1ASports and athleticsEmployerDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG312005_12B2203
AwardsNot metJudgingNot metLeading or critical roleNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A rhythmic gymnastics coach sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. The petitioner claimed Master of Sport designation and judging participation as evidence. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the coach failed to meet at least three required criteria and lacked sustained national or international acclaim as a coach rather than athlete.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Master of Sport designation does not establish sustained national or international acclaim as coach
- Judging · Judging role not demonstrated to be at national or international level involving top athletes
- Leading or critical role · No first-hand evidence of predominant or leading role in team award victory
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to demonstrate at least three criteria and lacks sustained acclaim at very top
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Master of Sport designation does not establish sustained national or international acclaim as coach |
 Judging | Not met | Judging role not demonstrated to be at national or international level involving top athletes |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | No first-hand evidence of predominant or leading role in team award victory |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to demonstrate at least three criteria and lacks sustained acclaim at very top |
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