EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Jul282009_05B2203
AwardsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Soccer player petitioner claimed extraordinary ability based on youth and amateur tournament awards. AAO held awards from amateur and youth competitions do not demonstrate sustained acclaim at very top of professional field. Evidence insufficient to establish petitioner among small percentage at top.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Amateur, junior, youth soccer awards do not indicate rising to very top of professional field
- Final merits · Achievements in amateur and collegiate competition insufficient for sustained national or international acclaim at top level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Amateur, junior, youth soccer awards do not indicate rising to very top of professional field |
 Final merits | Not met | Achievements in amateur and collegiate competition insufficient for sustained national or international acclaim at top level |
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