Journal of Sport for Development

metrics 2024

Exploring the Intersection of Sport and Social Progress

Introduction

Journal of Sport for Development is a pioneering academic journal published by VERA SOLUTIONS, BENEFIT LLC, dedicated to advancing research and discussion at the intersection of sports, development, and social sciences. With an ISSN of 2330-0574, this journal serves as a crucial platform for interdisciplinary scholarship, highlighting innovative approaches to using sports as a tool for social change and community development. Since its inception in 2019, the journal has achieved impressive rankings, positioned in the Q2 category for both Development and Sociology and Political Science, and Q3 in Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management, showcasing its growing influence within the academic community. As researchers and practitioners increasingly recognize the role of sport in fostering social cohesion, empowerment, and sustainable development, this journal plays an essential role in shaping the discourse and policy surrounding these topics. Open access is not currently available, but the comprehensive research articles aim to provide valuable insights for academics, professionals, and students alike, fostering a deeper understanding of the broader implications of sports in various social and developmental contexts.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.42
Journal Impact Factor1.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.20
H-Index8
Journal IF Without Self1.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.02
Influence0.27
Immediacy Index-
Cited Half Life5.50
Citing Half Life-
JCI0.30
Total Documents45
WOS Total Citations107
SCIMAGO Total Citations168
SCIMAGO SELF Citations20
Scopus Journal Rank0.42
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.19
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.00
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.06

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #437/1466
Percentile 70.19
Quartile Q2
Development in Social Sciences
Rank #124/306
Percentile 59.48
Quartile Q2
Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management in Business, Management and Accounting
Rank #87/146
Percentile 40.41
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Rank 47/63
Percentile 26.20
Quartile Q3
HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 98/139
Percentile 29.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Rank 51/63
Percentile 19.05
Quartile Q4
HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 100/139
Percentile 28.06
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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