Al-Rafidain Journal for Sports Sciences
The Al-Rafidain Journal of Sports Sciences is a peer-reviewed scientific journal specializing in semi-annual publications issued by the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at the University of Mosul. It accepts research for publication in both Arabic and English in the fields of...
Published: 2025-10-24
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Physical Education and Sport Sciences
The Effect of a Physical Training Curriculum Using the Second Part of the Second Zone of Interval Training Zones on Aerobic Efficiency, Fatigue Index, and Speed Endurance of Advanced Soccer Players
ازاد احمد خالد, Zaid Mahfooth Abdulkader
The study aimed to identify the significance of differences in aerobic efficiency, fatigue index, and speed endurance between the pre-test and post-test after implementing a physical...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53578
The Role of Sports Marketing in Developing Sports Activities at Soran University
Azah Kameran Ahmed
This study aims to develop the available sports capacities at Soran University and to identify the importance of marketing in colleges of physical education. The research was conducted on 31...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53581
The Effect of Hypoxia Training Using an Altitude Mask on Certain Biochemical Variables in Young Football Players
Ameer Talal Wadee’a, Ahmed Abdulghani Taha Aldabbagh
The study aims to:
Investigate the effect of hypoxia training using an altitude training mask on certain biochemical variables in a sample of young football players.
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53582
The Reality of Activating School Sports Activities from the Perspective of the Educational Supervisor and the Specialist in Mosul Schools
Iethar Abdul Karim Almi’emari, Saad Yaseen Saeed, Dhiaa Zaki Ibrahim
This study aims to explore the perspectives of both the educational supervisor and the subject specialist regarding the reality of implementing school sports activities in Mosul schools. This is...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53583
The Effect of Using Reverse Learning in Acquiring Technical Performance and Achievement in the Long Jump Event
Brwa Hussein Mohammed Ameen
The importance of this study lies in understanding how reverse learning affects the process of acquiring and achieving performance in the long jump among college students efficiently, saving...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53585
Evaluating the Relationships of Heads of Sports Talent Care Departments in Iraq with Their Employees
Hassan Nashwan Ghanem Al-Wattar, Oday Ghanem Al-Kawaz
The study aimed to develop a questionnaire to assess the relationships between department heads and their employees and to determine the level of these relationships among the heads of sports...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53586
The Ideal Organizational Environment in Colleges of Physical Education and Sports Sciences from the Perspective of Their Students
Hayder Hasan Alasadi
This study aimed to develop and apply a scale to measure the current reality of the ideal organizational environment in colleges of physical education and sports sciences from the perspective of...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53587
A Comparative Study of Psychosocial Rebellion Between Students Who Practice and Those Who Do Not Practice Sports Activities in the Colleges of the University of Mosul
Mahmood Mutar Ali Albadrani, Sabhan Younis Sultan, Omar Hazim Basheer Altaee
The study aimed to measure the degree of psychosocial rebellion among students who practice and those who do not practice sports activities in the colleges of the University of Mosul, and to...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53589
The Degree of Practicing Supervisory Competencies among Educational Supervisors and Specialists from the Perspective of Physical Education Teachers in Mosul City According to the Variables of Academic Qualification and Years of Service
ايثار عبد الكريم غزال المعماري, Ethar Abdulkareem Ghazal Almi’emari
The study aimed to evaluate the extent of supervisory competencies demonstrated by educational supervisors and specialists from the perspective of physical education teachers and instructors. It...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53590
The Effect of the Mastery Learning Approach Using Artificial Intelligence on Learning the Skills of Ball Rolling and Dribbling in Futsal for Female Students
Shatha Hussein Mohammed
The researcher connected the mastery learning approach with artificial intelligence technology.
The researcher linked the mastery learning approach with artificial intelligence technology...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53591
Attitudes of Faculty Members in Colleges of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at Iraqi Universities toward E-Learning
Safa Mandel Ajaj, Omer Sameer Malla Hamoo
Study Objectives
- To develop a scale that measures attitudes toward e-learning among faculty members of Colleges of Physical Education and Sport...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53592
Pages: 182-203
A Proposed Matrix of Sustainable Development Standards in Sports Facilities: An Analytical Vision"
Fahad Bin Juwai’ed Al Ulaian, Abdulilah Ahmed Alsalawi
Ensuring the efficiency and continuity of sports facilities in serving the community is essential. This highlights the importance of developing a proposed matrix of sustainable development...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53594
The Narcissistic Personality and Its Relationship with Achievement Motivation among Players of Some Team Sports
Abdalaziz Mahmood Younis Alaqeedi, Noora Abdulrazzaq Jamal Malla Obaid
The study aims to:
- To develop a narcissistic personality scale for players of selected team sports.
- To identify the degree of narcissistic personality and achievement...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53595
Pages: 226-250
A Historical Study of the Participation and Achievements of the Iraqi Olympic National Football Team in 2003 and 2004
Mohammed Ramadhan Najum, Hadeel Dahi Abdullah, Zahiah Sabah Abdulsalam
The study consisted of five chapters.
The first chapter addressed the introduction, significance of the study, the study problem, objectives, and the human, temporal, and spatial fields of...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53597
Developing a Psychological Assessment Scale for Premier League Handball Players
Abdulkarim Habbo Mohammed Alhabbo, Nagham Khalid Najeeb Alkhaffaf
The current study aimed to develop a psychological assessment scale for Premier League handball players in Iraq. The researchers employed the descriptive method in its survey style, as it was...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53599
The relationship between certain kinematic variables, specific coordination skills, and the accuracy of the underhand reception in volleyball
Firas Younis Thannoon, Waleed Ghanim Thannoon, Ahmed Hamid Alsuwaidi
The research aimed to examine kinematic variables and their relationship with accuracy during the execution of the underhand reception skill in volleyball.
- Identify the...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53601
Pages: 290-313
Evaluation of the Pull-Up Test According to the Variables of Work and Body Measurements
Fahad Salih Thiab Alshihab, Waleed Khalid Rajab , Layth Ismaeel Sabri
The present study aims to:
- Employ the variables of work and anthropometric measurements in the pull-up test.
- Identify the contribution rates of the study variables to the...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53602
Pages: 314-334
Adaptation of Barrow Ball Dribbling Test According to the Variable of Ball Touch Frequency
Majeed Sabah Zakaria, عمر سمير ذنون , Mohammed Khaleel Mohammed
This study aimed to adapt the Barrow dribbling test in football by changing the scoring method to create a more accurate test that realistically reflects a player’s ball control during...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53603
The effect of a training program accompanied by mental training in developing sensorimotor perception and overcoming learning stability in improving the skills of Spiking and Blocking for female volleyball players.
Mohammed Hasan Mustafa
Mental training constitutes a fundamental component in preparing athletes for competition. It involves the visualization of movements, their sequence, situational contexts, objectives, and all...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53604
The Relationship between Psychological Alienation and Physical and Skill Self-Esteem in Female Volleyball Players of Iraqi University Teams
Mohammed Khalid Mohammed Dawood
This study aims to:
- Study psychological alienation among female volleyball players on Iraqi university teams.
- Assess physical and skill...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53605
Pages: 380-393
Effect of Some Demographic and Lifestyle Variables Upon Mental Health
Mohammed Yehya Fuqaihi
The present study aimed to investigate the impact of certain demographic variables and lifestyle factors on the mental health of adults aged 18 to 65 years living in an urban environment....
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53607
Organizational normalization in the youth and sports directorates in Iraq
Mohamed A. Ahmed Khali, Khaled M. Aziz Al-Abadi
Organizational normalization stands out as one of the important pillars for effective engagement with the directorate's culture and its goals. It also extends to integrating staff into the...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53608
Some Biomechanical Variables of Hurdle Clearance Steps (1-4-8) and Their Relationship to the 100m Hurdles Performance for Advanced Female Athletes
Harween Burhan Kamal, Mumtaz Ahmed Ameen
The study aimed to identify the values of some biomechanical variables during the hurdle clearance steps (1-4-8) and their relationship to performance in the 100-meter hurdles for advanced...
DOI: 10.33899/rjss.v28i88.53609
The effect of special exercises using a ball-throwing machine with light stimuli on several physical variables among advanced table tennis players of Al-Futowa Sports Club
Younis Tala Shareef Alnuaimi, Ammar Mohammed Khaleel Alhilali
This study aimed to examine the impact of specialized exercises using a ball-throwing machine with light stimuli on certain physical variables among advanced table tennis players at Al-Futowa...
