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Al-Rafidain Journal for Sport Sciences (RJSS) is an international, open-access, peer-reviewed scientific journal published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY). It has been issued by the College of Physical Education and Sport Sciences–University of Mosul (Mosul, Iraq) since January 1995, with two issues published annually.
RJSS is dedicated to the dissemination of scientific research across various disciplines within physical education and sports science. It aims to serve academic researchers, educators, and students by publishing high-quality, original research articles, review papers, and case reports.
The journal seeks to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical application by bringing together scholars, professionals, and members of the public sector engaged in the advancement of sports science. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to:
• Sports Training
• Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics
• Measurement and Evaluation
• Sport Psychology
• Motor Learning
• Teaching Methods
• Sports Management
• Philosophy and History of Physical Education
• Sports Media
Relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Sports Education Research
- Excellent Health and Well-being:
The goal is to promote healthy lifestyles through regular physical activity and sports, thereby reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disorders. - Quality Education:
Integrating physical education as a core component of school curricula and fostering lifelong learning skills through sports and physical activities. - Gender Equality:
Encourage equal participation by women and girls in sports activities and empower them through sports-based programs. - Decent Work and Economic Growth:
Expanding employment opportunities in areas such as coaching, sports management, and physical rehabilitation, thereby contributing to the growth of the sports economy. - Reduced Inequalities:
Ensuring equitable access to sports for individuals with disabilities and vulnerable groups is crucial for promoting inclusive participation in physical activities. - Sustainable Cities and Communities:
Sports play a crucial role in fostering social cohesion, reducing violence and delinquency, and creating safe, accessible recreational spaces for youth. - Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions:
Sports can be utilized as a tool to strengthen a culture of peace, tolerance, teamwork, and ethical values within society.
Al-Rafidain Journal for Sports Sciences (RJSS) is an open-access, global, and scientific journal, publishing under the license of Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC-BY). The College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Mosul University (Mosul, Iraq), has published this journal twice a year since January 1995. The iThEnticate program is used to prevent impersonation and ensure the authenticity of the search. The double-blind resident review system is also used to ensure the quality of the publication. Al-Rafidain Journal for Sports Sciences (RJSS) publishes original research, review research, and case reports in various fields of physical education and sports science. The research publication fee for Al-Rafidain Journal for Sports Sciences is only $100. Al-Rafidain Journal for Sports Sciences receives no material support from governmental or non-governmental organizations.
Current Issue
Vol. 29 No. 90 (2026): المجلد29العدد90
Contents
Physical Education and Sport Sciences
Evaluating the Performance of Football Clubs Using Digital Metrics
Dilshad Haval Abdullsh, Reving Omar Salih
The paper evaluates the performance of football clubs according to the online measures, with special attention given to the association between the degree of digital activity, the attitude of...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.49630
The Effect of the Cognitive Modeling Strategy on the Accuracy of the Jump Shot Skill in Handball among Students
Ali Basu Jaber, Ahmed Razzaq Zghair, Azzam Hamed Jassim, Abbas Zaki Abdul Hussain
Team sports, especially handball, require a close link between physical fitness and cognitive skills. Excellent performance is not just about strength; it also relies heavily on perception, focus,...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.51154
Cognitive Anxiety and Its Relationship with Sports Achievement Motivation among Female Futsal Players in Duhok Governorate
Raheeq Matti Abdulmaseeh
The study aimed to identify cognitive anxiety and its relationship with sports achievement motivation among female futsal players in Duhok Governorate. The researcher used the descriptive method,...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.53662
The Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercises in Improving the Quality of Life among Patients with Diabetes
Noor Abdulqadir Abdulsattar
Diabetes mellitus, particularly type 2 diabetes, is considered one of the major health challenges of the modern era, as it negatively affects quality of life through physiological disorders such...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.53692
Constructing a Training Situation Test to Measure Passing Skill for Futsal Players of the Colleges of the University of Mosul
Ma’ath Ayman Salim, Rabee Khalaf Jameel
The research aims to: construct a training situation test to measure passing skill among futsal players representing the University of Mosul college teams, and to establish normative scores and...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.53723
The Social, Psychological, and Health Effects of Exercise A Field Study on a Sample of Gym-Goers According to the Gender Variable
Zakaria Hamdan Al-Farsi
The study aimed to investigate the psychological, health-related, and social effects of sports participation among a sample of bodybuilding gym-goers based on the gender variable. It also sought...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.53937
Managerial Ethics as an Approach to Developing Organizational Performance: A Field Study in the General Directorate of Sports in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Twana Mohammed Ali, Hussein Lateef Muhammed
This study aims to analyze the role of managerial ethics as a fundamental approach to enhancing organizational performance within the General Directorate of Sport in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq....
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.53942
Assessment of The Role of High School principals in the digital leadership of members of their teaching "staff from the point of view of sports education teachers
thaker aldlimi
The research aims to: Identification of "the degree of digital leadership practice of high school principals in their teaching staff from the point of view of sports education teachers in...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.54097
Predicting the technical performance level of the vaulting skill on the vaulting apparatus in gymnastics, based on the explosive power of the arms and legs, among students of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
Hiyam Sadiq Ahmed
Physical tests and fitness components—particularly the extraordinary power of limbs—are fundamental factors in achieving high athletic performance, as they play a direct role in the successful...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.55990
The Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercise in Enhancing Quality of Life among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus
Mustafa Sabah Saleh
Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries in athletes, affecting muscle strength, balance, and range of motion, which necessitates effective rehabilitation programs to promote recovery. The...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.56134
Strategic Leadership and Its Relationship to Organizational Prosperity and Job Performance of Youth and Sports Forum Managers from the Perspective of Sports Supervisors in Iraq
Haider Mohammed Muslih
The great challenge facing individuals and sports institutions is determined by a series of leaderships and the quality of performance that vary in their nature, size, and stimulating factors....
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.60828
The effect of video-guided self-learning on mastering some basic football skills among first-year students at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
Ammar Eidan Sharif, Intizar Farouk Elias, Alhakam Muhammad Yunus
Self-learning is an instructional approach that focuses on the learner’s activity and their ability to direct their own learning at their own pace and within their capabilities. When this...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.61337
The effectiveness of the realistic teaching model in the cognitive achievement of the Scouting Education course at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences and the development of critical thinking
Weal Dathar Ali
The importance.of.this strategy.lies in its ability to transform learners into active participants in the classroom. This encourages them to draw upon their prior knowledge and apply it in...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.62529
The effect of hypoxic exercises using an altitude training mask on the strength and extensibility of the respiratory muscles to call for physical effort among young soccer players
Ameer Talal Wadee’a, Ahmed Abdulghani Aldabbagh
The research aims to: - Detection of the effect of hypoxic exercises using the altitude training mask on strength and endurance respiratory muscles during physical exertion in a sample of young...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.62565
Effect of Second Respiratory Threshold (RCP) on Skill Performance Accuracy in Critical Moments of Wrestling Matches Among Professional Wrestlers
Ghazwan Kareem Khothier
Background: Wrestling requires both aerobic and anaerobic energy systems. The second ventilatory threshold (RCP) indicates the shift toward anaerobic metabolism, which leads to fatigue....
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.62567
Relative Importance of physical and skill admission tests for students of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at the University of Mosul using artificial intelligence techniques (artificial neural networks (MLP)
Huthefah Haithem Ghaze, Zeiad Yahya Allawee, Ali Hussein Mohmmed
This study set out to build a predictive model using a multilayer perceptron (MLP) to gauge the relative importance of physical and skill tests for applicants to the College of Physical Education...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v29i90.62682
