MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Originality of the Manuscript

   The manuscript must be an original work submitted exclusively to this journal.

   The manuscript is not currently under review in other journals.

   Pre-published materials (including preprints) will not be considered.

   The author can suggest 3–5 potential reviewers.

2. Language

   Manuscript must be written in English consistently.

   Non-native speakers are advised to use professional editing services.

3. Format File

   Submit in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).

   Use Times New Roman, size 12.

   Double spacing throughout the manuscript.

   Margins 2.5 cm on all sides.

   Continuous line numbering.

   MANUSCRIPT STRUCTURE

   RESEARCH ARTICLES

   Title Page

   Article title (maximum 20 words)

   Full names of all authors with affiliations

   Corresponding author contact information

   Running head (maximum 50 characters)

   Word count

   Abstract (maximum 300 words)

   Background/Purpose

   Method

   Results and Discussion

   Conclusion

   Practical Application

   Translation of findings into training practice

   Keywords: 4–6 indexing terms

   Main Parts of the Manuscript

   Introduction

   Research question or hypothesis

   Relevance to sports science practice

   Brief literature review

   Method

   Participants and informed consent

   Research design

   Procedures and protocols

   Data collection instruments

   Statistical analysis

   Ethical approval statement

   Results

   Present findings logically

   Use tables and figures clearly

   Report effect size and confidence intervals

   Discussion

   Interpret findings

   Compare with previous studies

   Discuss limitations

   Explain practical implications

   Conclusion

   Summarize findings and significance

   TABLE AND FIGURE FORMAT

   Table

   Use sequential numbering (Table 1, Table 2, etc.)

   Provide titles above tables

   Place tables appropriately in the text

   Use footnotes if needed

   Figure

   Use sequential numbering (Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.)

   Provide captions below figures

   Minimum resolution 300 dpi

   Accepted formats: JPEG, TIFF, PNG

   REFERENCE STYLE

   Use APA 7th edition format.

   In-text Citation

   One author: (Smith, 2023)

   Two authors: (Smith & Jones, 2023)

   Three or more: (Smith et al., 2023)

   Journal Article Example

   Brown, A. B., & Green, C. D. (2023). Coaching effectiveness and athlete performance: An experimental study. International Journal of Sports Coaching, 15(2), 145–162. https://doi.org/10.xxxx/xxxx

   ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS

   Human Participants

   Institutional ethical approval is required.

   Informed consent must be obtained.

   Participant anonymity must be protected.

   Conflict of Interest

   All authors must disclose conflicts of interest.

   If none: “The authors declare no conflict of interest.”

   Use of Artificial Intelligence

   Disclose all AI tools used in manuscript preparation.

   Authors remain responsible for content accuracy.

   PEER REVIEW PROCESS

   Double-blind peer review.

   Review timeline: 1–2 weeks.

   Possible decisions: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, Reject.

   Revisions must be submitted within 7 days.

   SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

   Ensure manuscript follows formatting guidelines.

   Abstract meets word limits.

   Ethical approval is declared.

   Conflict of interest statement included.

   Tables and figures properly cited.

   Cover letter included.

   PUBLICATION ETHICS

   The journal follows COPE guidelines and does not tolerate:

   1. Plagiarism or self-plagiarism
   2. Data fabrication or falsification
   3. Dual submission or publication
   4. Incorrect authorship attribution

   Contact Information

   Editor-in-Chief

   The International Journal of Experimental Sports Science Research

   Email: arga.arga.mpd@gmail.com