Sport Psychologist
Impact Factor Trend (2018–2026)
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88 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
TSP is a scholarly refereed journal designed as a forum to stimulate thought and disseminate knowledge that focuses on the application and practice of sport psychology. A special emphasis of the journal is on the delivery of psychological services to practitioners such as athletes and coaches. TSP is international in scope and is receptive to diverse methodologies. TSP is published for sport psychology specialists who engage in research, teaching, and/or intervention in a variety of contexts including academic, public, and private settings. The journal is also intended for practitioners such as coaches who have training and interest in sport psychology.
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HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
PSYCHOLOGY
PSYCHOLOGY, APPLIED
SPORT SCIENCES
HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
PSYCHOLOGY
PSYCHOLOGY, APPLIED
SPORT SCIENCES
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisSport Psychologist (abbr: SPORT PSYCHOL, ISSN: 0888-4781) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Medicine, published by Human Kinetics Publishers Inc. in United States since 1987. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 1.30, ranking in quartile Q3 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.518 (Q3), an H-index of 88.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Quarterly, an annual output of approximately 30 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $2,967 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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