
Journal Information
Modern Sport
Volumes and Issues
2025
Volume 24, Issue 3 Special Issue of the Third International Scienti
Published: July 2025Volume 24, Issue 2
Published: June 2025Volume 24, Issue 1
Published: March 20252024
Volume 23, Issue 4
Published: December 2024Volume 23, Issue 3
Published: September 2024Volume 23, Issue 2
Published: June 2024Volume 23, Issue 1
Published: March 2024Volume , Issue Special Issue
Published: April 20242023
Volume 22, Issue 4
Published: December 2023Volume 22, Issue 3
Published: September 2023Volume 22, Issue 2
Published: June 2023Volume 22, Issue 1
Published: March 20232022
Volume 21, Issue 4
Published: December 2022Volume 21, Issue 3
Published: September 2022Volume 21, Issue 2
Published: June 2022Volume 21, Issue 1
Published: March 20222021
Volume 20, Issue 4
Published: December 2021Volume 20, Issue 3
Published: September 0021Volume 20, Issue 2
Published: June 2021Volume 20, Issue 1
Published: March 20212020
Volume 19, Issue 4
Published: December 2020Volume 19, Issue 3
Published: September 2020Volume 19, Issue 2
Published: June 2020Volume 19, Issue 1
Published: March 20202019
Volume 18, Issue 4
Published: December 2019Volume 18, Issue 3
Published: September 2019Volume 18, Issue 2
Published: June 2019Volume 18, Issue 1
Published: March 20192018
Volume 17, Issue 4
Published: December 2018Volume 17, Issue 3
Published: September 2018Volume 17, Issue 2
Published: June 2018Volume 17, Issue 1
Published: March 20182017
Volume 16, Issue 4
Published: December 2017Volume 16, Issue 3
Published: September 2017Volume 16, Issue 2
Published: June 2017Volume 16, Issue 1
Published: March 20172016
Volume 15, Issue 4
Published: December 2016Volume 15, Issue 3
Published: September 2016Volume 15, Issue 2
Published: June 2016Volume 15, Issue 1
Published: March 20162015
Volume 14, Issue 4
Published: December 5015Volume 14, Issue 3
Published: September 2015Volume 14, Issue 2 part 2
Published: June 2015Volume 14, Issue 2 part 1
Published: March 2015Volume 14, Issue 1
Published: March 20152014
Volume 13, Issue 4
Published: December 2014Volume 13, Issue 3
Published: September 2014Volume 13, Issue 2
Published: June 2014Volume 13, Issue 1
Published: March 20142013
Volume 12, Issue 22
Published: December 2013Volume 12, Issue 21 part 2
Published: September 2013Volume 12, Issue 21 part 1
Published: September 2013Volume 12, Issue 20
Published: June 2013Volume 12, Issue 19
Published: March 20132012
Volume 11, Issue 18
Published: December 2012Volume 11, Issue 17
Published: September 2012Volume 11, Issue 16
Published: June 20122011
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About the Journal
Description
An international, peer-reviewed journal focusing on scientific sports science research. The aim of this journal is to highlight research and development leading to the publication of academic work in areas such as athletic training, physical exertion physiology, sports psychology, biomechanics, kinetic learning, sports injuries and rehabilitation, tests and measurements, parasports, teaching methods, sports management, and other topics related to modern scientific ideas. It is designed to be accessible to researchers, including students, teachers, and workers in scientific research centers.
Journal History
The journal was established in 2002 and initially published in print format. In 2019, it transitioned to the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform and adopted an Open Access publishing model. That same year, the First International Conference was held, and its proceedings were published across four consecutive issues.
In 2024, the Second International Conference was organized, and its proceedings were published in a special issue. In 2025, the Third International Conference was held, with its research papers also published in a dedicated special issue.
From 2002 until 2020, the journal published articles in Arabic. Starting in 2020, the journal shifted to publishing exclusively in English.
As in the beginning of 2025, the journal has moved to the Digital Comment platform. Currently, the journal follows a regular publishing schedule of four issues per year, in addition to one special issue, with all content published exclusively in English.
Digital Archiving
Modern Sport Journal is preserved through CLOCKSS for digital preservation. All published articles are systematically archived in the Iraqi Academic Scientific Journals. To ensure permanent accessibility, articles are assigned Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) by Crossref. Additionally, the journal deposits all articles in the Digital Repository of the University of Baghdad and Sherpa/Romeo. Authors can refer to the journal’s guidelines or contact the editorial office for further details on repository access and availability.
Publishing Schedule
The journal publishes four issues per year:
- First issue: 1st - 30th March
- Second issue: 1st - 30th June
- Third issue: 1st - 30th September
- Fourth issue: 1st - 30th December
Publisher
Physical Education and Sport Sciences College for Women
Address: 1, Abi Taleb St, Al-Wazeeriya, Baghdad, 10001, Iraq.
Email: magazine@copew.uobaghdad.edu.iq
Editorial Office
Dr. Abeer Dakhil Hatem Al-Selmi
Address: 1, Abi Taleb St, Al-Wazeeriya, Baghdad, 10001, Iraq.
Email: abeer@copew.uobaghdad.edu.iq
Phone: +9647729005041
Language
The journal’s publication language is English. The full text is in English, with abstracts available in both English and Arabic.
Abstracting and Indexing
This journal is abstracted and indexed by:
Usage
Monthly downloads/views: 1753
Speed and Acceptance
- Average time from submission to first editorial decision: 7 days
- Average time from editorial acceptance to publication: 3 months
- Acceptance rate: 60%
Journal Scope
Aims & Scope
Modern Sport is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal specializing in the publication of research related to various fields of sports science. The journal aims to highlight the latest scientific studies and developments that contribute to the advancement of athletic performance and physical activity, across a range of specialized topics, including:
- Athletic Training: This area focuses on modern methods and models of athlete preparation, the development of physical and technical performance, and the design of scientifically based training programs tailored to individual differences and levels of fitness.
- Physiology of Physical Exertion: This field examines the physiological changes that occur in the human body as a result of physical activity, including cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular, and hormonal responses. It aims to apply this knowledge to enhance athletic performance and prevent fatigue.
- Sports Psychology: It explores the psychological aspects that influence athletic performance, such as motivation, anxiety, stress, focus, confidence, and coping strategies, offering insights into mental skills training to optimize competitive outcomes.
- Biomechanics: Also known as sports biomechanics, this discipline analyzes human movement using the principles of physics and mechanical engineering. It helps improve athletic technique, increase efficiency, and prevent injuries by correcting improper movement patterns.
- Motor Learning: This topic focuses on the cognitive and neural processes involved in acquiring and refining motor skills. It examines how athletes and learners develop, retain, and transfer physical skills through practice and instruction.
- Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation: This subject deals with the causes, prevention, and treatment of sports-related injuries. It also covers rehabilitation strategies and modern therapeutic techniques that support the safe and effective recovery of injured athletes.
- Tests and Measurements: It involves the development and application of tools and methods for assessing athletic performance, physical fitness, functional capabilities, and progress in training or educational programs.
- Parasports (Sports for Persons with Disabilities): This area focuses on the scientific and technical aspects of sports for individuals with disabilities, including performance enhancement, adaptive technologies, and inclusive sports environments.
- Teaching Methods in Physical Education: This topic examines contemporary approaches to teaching physical education, lesson planning, instructional strategies, and the integration of digital tools to enhance learning in schools and academic institutions.
- Sports Management: It covers the administrative and organizational dimensions of sports activities, including strategic planning, sports marketing, facility and event management, and decision-making within sports organizations.
The journal is committed to publishing research that addresses these fields and promotes modern scientific ideas. Its goal is to make academic work accessible to a wide audience, including researchers, students, teachers, and professionals working in scientific research centers. Modern Sport seeks to be a reliable scientific reference that contributes to the development and dissemination of knowledge in the field of sports science.
With its commitment to open access, MSJ ensures that the latest scientific findings are freely accessible to the global research community and the public. The journal adheres to rigorous peer-review standards, maintaining scientific inquiry and innovation forward.
MSJ not only highlights state-of-the-art research but also encourages the application of these findings to real-world problems. The journal serves as a catalyst for interdisciplinary dialogue and partnerships, propelling scientific inquiry and innovation forward.
Topics
Modern Sport Journal covers all fields in sports science and performance analysis.
Types of Articles
The journal welcomes submissions of papers covering original academic and applied papers dealing with recent topics and scientific concepts. The journal can also consider a special issue to avoid delays or publish a special theme for the conference.
Open Access Policy
Open Access Policy
Modern Sport is an open journal, therefore there are no fees required for downloading any publication from the journal website by authors, readers, and institution. The journal applies the license of CC BY
Copyright Notice
Copyrights and licensing
Copyright on any research article published by (Modern Sport) journal is retained by the journal after the agreement of author(s).
Editorial Board Members
Editor

Aida AL-awamleh Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
University Requirements Coordination Office University of Jordan

Ali Al-Yaaribi Dr. (دكتوراه) , Assistant Professor (استاذ مساعد)
Sultan Qaboos University
Badriya Al-Hadabi , Professor (استاذ)
Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences, College of Education, Sultan Qaboos University

Haifaa Ahmed Jawad Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Ibrahim Dabayebeh Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
Faculty of Exercise Science University of Jordan

Khitam Mousa Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
Department of Movement Sciences and Sports Training/ College of Sports Sciences University of Jordan

Manal M. Bayyat Dr. (دكتوراه) , Assistant Professor (استاذ مساعد)
Associate professor at School of Sport Sciences/ University of Jordan

Maurizio Bertollo Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
professor of sport sciences at University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy; Visiting Professor of Human Perf

Mazin Hadi kazr Altaie Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
College of Physical Education, University of Babylon

Ming-Kai Chin Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
President and Founder at The Foundation of Global Community Health (GCH), Henderson, United States

Nasser Yasser Dr. (دكتوراه) , Assistant Professor (استاذ مساعد)
Department of physical education, College of Education Qatar University, Qatar
Soh Kim Geok , Professor (استاذ)
Department of Sports Studies, Faculty of Educational Studies, University Putra Malaysia

Sri Sumartiningsih Dr. (دكتوراه) , Assistant Professor (استاذ مساعد)
Semarang State University (UNNES)

Urska Dobersek Dr. (دكتوراه) , Assistant Professor (استاذ مساعد)
University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, United states
Wissem DHAHBI , Professor (استاذ)
1- Assistant Professor - Research Unit: Sport Sciences, Health and Movement, UR22JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Kef, University of Jendouba, Kef 7100, Tunisia 2- Head of Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy Department (hybrid position) - Training Department, Police College, Police Academy, Doha 7157, Qatar
Yousra Al-sinani Dr. (دكتوراه) , Assistant Professor (استاذ مساعد)
Education College /Sultan Qaboos University
Editor-in-Chief

Abeer Dakhil Hatem Al-selmi Dr. (دكتوراه) , Professor (استاذ)
Physical Education and Sport Sciences College for Women / University of Baghdad
Contact Info
Publisher
Address: Iraq/ Baghdad/ Physical Education and Sport Sciences College for Women/ University of Baghdad –
Email: magazine@copew.uobaghdad.edu.iq
Editorial Team
Address: Prof. Dr. Abeer Dakhil Hatem
Email: abeer@copew.uobaghdad.edu.iq