EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Feb022009_11B2203
AwardsMetMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Sports aerobics competitor and instructor claimed extraordinary ability in athletics. AAO held petitioner demonstrated only minimal evidence of two criteria, with issues regarding prestige of competitions and membership. Evidence insufficient for sustained acclaim at top level.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Awards · Petitioner minimally demonstrated receipt of nationally or internationally recognized prizes
What was missing
- Membership · Participation in sanctioned events does not constitute membership requiring outstanding achievements
- Final merits · Evidence showed talent but not sustained national or international acclaim at top of sports aerobics field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Met | Petitioner minimally demonstrated receipt of nationally or internationally recognized prizes |
 Membership | Not met | Participation in sanctioned events does not constitute membership requiring outstanding achievements |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence showed talent but not sustained national or international acclaim at top of sports aerobics field |
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