Journal of Applied Sport Psychology

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Applied Sport Psychology is a refereed journal designed to advance thought, theory, and research on applied aspects of sport and exercise psychology.

Submissions such as position papers, reviews, theoretical developments specific to sport and/or exercise and applied research conducted in these settings or having significant applied implications to sport and exercise are appropriate content for the JASP.

The purpose of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is to promote the development of psychological theory, research, and intervention strategies in sport psychology.

The journal is a direct benefit of membership in AASP and is received by student and professional members.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	3.2
2024	2.70

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	2010

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	784

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.661

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	95

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Health Professions and Psychology, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Psychological Characteristics and Their Development in Olympic Champions

  Citation: 532

  Authors: Daniel, Kristen, Aaron

• Autonomy Support and Need Satisfaction in the Motivation and Well-Being of Gymnasts

  Citation: 490

  Authors: Marylene

• The PETTLEP Approach to Motor Imagery: A Functional Equivalence Model for Sport Psychologists

  Citation: 452

  Authors: Paul S., David J.

• What Is This Thing Called Mental Toughness? An Investigation of Elite Sport Performers

  Citation: 398

  Authors: Graham, Sheldon, Declan

• An integrated model of response to sport injury: Psychological and sociological dynamics

  Citation: 373

  Authors: Diane M., Aynsley M., Shelly M., Michael A.

• An integrative analysis of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in sport

  Citation: 357

  Authors: Robert J., Gaétan F.

• Gender differences in sport involvement: Applying the eccles' expectancy-value model

  Citation: 343

  Authors: Jacquelynne S., Rena D.

• Sport-Specific Practice and the Development of Expert Decision-Making in Team Ball Sports

  Citation: 342

  Authors: Joseph, Jeane, Bruce

• Psychosocial antecedents of sport injury: Review and critique of the stress and injury model'

  Citation: 296

  Authors: Jean M., Mark B.

• Exercise and mood: A selective review and synthesis of research employing the profile of mood states

  Citation: 286

  Authors: Bonnie G., Robert W.

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