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

RJSS is a proud signatory of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Publishers Compact, supporting the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
1. Zero Hunger – End hunger, achieve food security, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.
2. Quality Education – Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
3. Clean Water and Sanitation – Ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
4. Affordable and Clean Energy – Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
5. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.
6. Sustainable Cities and Communities—Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable