O-1ASports and athleticsEmployerDecided 2017Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL052017_01D8101
JudgingNot metLeading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metOriginal contributionsNot metPublished materialNot met
Our summary
A youth soccer academy petitions for O-1A classification for an experienced soccer coach. The academy claimed five criteria but satisfied none. The AAO upheld dismissal because the beneficiary failed to meet the threshold of at least three criteria through proper initial evidence.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Judging · Delivery of seminars and mentoring do not constitute judging of others' work.
- Leading or critical role · Insufficient evidence of distinguished reputation of employing organizations.
- Membership · Licensure and certifications do not constitute outstanding achievement memberships.
- Original contributions · Curricula and coaching success do not qualify as major significance contribution.
- Published material · Articles and postings do not meet qualifying publication or major media standards.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Not met | Delivery of seminars and mentoring do not constitute judging of others' work. |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Insufficient evidence of distinguished reputation of employing organizations. |
 Membership | Not met | Licensure and certifications do not constitute outstanding achievement memberships. |
 Original contributions | Not met | Curricula and coaching success do not qualify as major significance contribution. |
 Published material | Not met | Articles and postings do not meet qualifying publication or major media standards. |
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