International Review for the Sociology of Sport

metrics 2024

Unpacking the Cultural Tapestry of Sport

Introduction

International Review for the Sociology of Sport, published by SAGE Publications Ltd, stands as a premier platform for scholarly discourse in the realm of sport sociology. With an ISSN of 1012-6902 and E-ISSN of 1461-7218, this esteemed journal has earned its place with a Q1 ranking in both Social Sciences (miscellaneous) and Sociology and Political Science, alongside a Q2 ranking in Sports Science for the year 2023, reflecting its significant impact and relevance in the field. The journal's scope encompasses a wide array of interdisciplinary themes surrounding sport culture, identity, and social issues, making it a critical resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to deepen their understanding of the intricate relationship between sport and society. Although currently not an open-access journal, it continues to provide valuable insights and contributions to the academic community from its base in the United Kingdom, presenting an essential venue for advancing knowledge and fostering debate in these dynamic areas of study.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.97
Journal Impact Factor2.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.80
H-Index70
Journal IF Without Self2.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.58
Influence0.93
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life7.40
Citing Half Life8.30
JCI0.84
Total Documents999
WOS Total Citations2329
SCIMAGO Total Citations5736
SCIMAGO SELF Citations536
Scopus Journal Rank0.97
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.62
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.62
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.75

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #42/604
Percentile 93.05
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #127/1466
Percentile 91.34
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 55/139
Percentile 60.80
Quartile Q2
SOCIOLOGY
Rank 40/217
Percentile 81.80
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 46/139
Percentile 66.91
Quartile Q2
SOCIOLOGY
Rank 95/217
Percentile 56.22
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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