Editorial Statement

The Journal of Applied Sport Psychology is a nonproprietary journal that is operated by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology for the promotion of quality research in the field of applied sport psychology. The publisher of the JASP is Taylor and Francis, Inc. of Philadelphia, PA. The JASP is published four times a year, and is a refereed publication with all submissions reviewed by three peers via blind review process. The editor of the jounal is selected by the Executive Board of AASP by a formal vote. He/She is appointed to a three-year term with one consecutive renewal possible if so voted by the Executive Board. Associate Editors are appointed by the Editor representing each of the sections within AASP (Health Psychology, Intervention/Performance Enhancement, Social Psychology, Clinical/Counseling Psychology). The Associate Editors are approved by the Executive Board of the Association and serve staggered terms ranging from three to five years. An individual holding an AASP Executive Board office as a Division Head cannot serve as an Associate Editor. Editorial Board members are appointed to three, four or five-year terms as determined by the Editorial staff of the JASP. Editorial Board members may be reappointed to one consecutive term or may be asked to retire their seat on the Board at the discretion of the Editorial staff. The journal is a direct benefit of membership in AASP and is received by student and professional members.

 

Instructions to Authors

 

The JASP is designed to advance thought, theory and research on applied aspects of sport psychology. Submissions such as
position papers, reviews, theoretical developements specific to sport and/or exercise and applied research conducted in
these settings or having significant applied implications to sport and exercise are appropriate content for the JASP.

 

Manuscripts should be submitted electronically to the Editor-in-Chief, Stephanie J. Hanrahan, School of Human Movement
Studies and Psychology, The University of Queensland, QLD 4072, Australia; phone: 61-7-3365-6453; fax: 61-7-
3365-6877; e-mail: jasp@psy.uq.edu.au. Files should be prepared using MS Word and attached to an e-mail message.
Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been
submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted
material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become the property of the publisher.

 

All parts of the manuscript should be typewritten, double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides. Articles will normally be no more than 30 double-spaced pages in length (including tables, figures, and references). They should also include a title page, a 100-word abstract and complete references. The title of the manuscript should reappear on the first page of the text. Authors should also supply a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 character spaces. Research notes (13 pages including references, tables, figures, 100 word abstract) are welcomed submissions.

Manuscripts, including tables, figures, and references, should be prepared in accordance with the Publication Manual of the American Psychology Association (Fifth Edition, 2001). Copies of the manual can be obtained from the Publication Department, American Psychological Association, 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242; phone (202) 336-
5500.

Authors are to avoid the use of sexist, racist and otherwise offensive language. Manuscript copies should be clear and
legible and all figures must be camera ready. All reviews are blind and conducted by two reviewers and a Section
Editor with the review process taking 8–10 weeks. Authors will receive typedfeedback regarding the editorial decisions
made on their manuscript and any suggested revision recommendations.  Authors should be prepared to provide their raw data if requested during the review process. A file copy of the manuscript should be kept by the author.

Illustrations

Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:

Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in their printing and publication. The charge for the first page with color is $900.00. The next three pages with color are $450.00 each. A custom quote will be provided for color art totaling more than 4 journal pages. Good quality color prints or files should be provided in their final size. The publisher has the right to refuse publication of any artwork deemed unacceptable.

Tables and Figures

A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet.

 

Proofs

One set of page proofs is sent to the designated author. Proofs should be checked and returned within 48 hours.

Reprints

Each corresponding author of an article will receive 3 complimentary copies of the issue in which the article appears. Reprints of individual articles are available for order at the time authors review page proofs. A discount on reprints is available to authors who order before print publication.