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Journal of Sports Sciences

Q1 Journal Scopus Active Journal
Country
United Kingdom
Western Europe
Subject Area and Category
Health Professions
└ Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Q1
└ Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Q1
└ Sports Science Q2
Publisher
SJR 2025
1.018
Q1
SJR Score
H-Index
181
Citations / Doc (2yr)
2.91
Total Docs. (latest)
310
Total Citations (3yr)
2,454
Publication type
Journals
ISSN
1466447X, 02640414
Coverage
1983-2026
Journal Rank
#4,774
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Subject Categories

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Q1
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Q1
Sports Science Q2

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Sports Sciences has an international reputation for publishing articles of a high standard and is both Medline and Clarivate Analytics-listed. It publishes research on various aspects of the sports and exercise sciences, including anatomy, biochemistry, biomechanics, performance analysis, physiology, psychology, sports medicine and health, as well as coaching and talent identification, kinanthropometry and other interdisciplinary perspectives. In addition to reports of original research, the Journal also publishes review articles, case studies, letters to the editor, short communications and book reviews. The emphasis of the Journal is on the human sciences, broadly defined and applied to sport and exercise. Besides experimental work in human responses to exercise, the subjects covered will include human responses to technologies such as the design of sports equipment and playing facilities, research in training, selection, performance prediction or modification, and stress reduction or manifestation. Manuscripts considered for publication include those dealing with original investigations of exercise, validation of technological innovations in sport or comprehensive reviews of topics relevant to the scientific study of sport.

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Detailed Metrics

Total Docs. (latest) 310
Total Docs. (3 years) 743
Total Refs. 16,940
Total Citations (3 years) 2,454
Citable Docs. (3 years) 733
Citations / Doc. (2 years) 2.91
Ref. / Doc. 54.65
% Female 27.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the impact factor of Journal of Sports Sciences?

The official Journal Impact Factor (JIF) is published by Clarivate in the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) and is not listed on this page. Based on SCImago data, Journal of Sports Sciences has an SJR of 1.018 and is ranked Q1.

What is the SJR and quartile of Journal of Sports Sciences?

Journal of Sports Sciences has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 1.018 and its best quartile is Q1.

What is the H-index of Journal of Sports Sciences?

The H-index of Journal of Sports Sciences is 181, meaning 181 of its articles have each been cited at least 181 times.

Is Journal of Sports Sciences indexed in Scopus?

Yes. Journal of Sports Sciences is active in Scopus (Scopus Source List, August 2026).

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Journal Information

SJR1.018
Best QuartileQ1
H Index181
ISSN1466447X, 02640414
PublisherRoutledge
CountryUnited Kingdom
RegionWestern Europe
Coverage1983-2026
Open AccessNo
TypeJournal
Rank#4,774

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