Peer Review Policy

Stages:

1. Initial Screening
   • Format and submission requirements check
   • Plagiarism and originality assessment
   • Evaluation of relevance to sports law and policies
2. Double-Blind Peer Review
   • At least two independent reviewers evaluate the manuscript anonymously
   • Reviewers assess originality, legal analysis, research quality, methodology, relevance, and academic contribution
3. Decision Phase
   • Accept
   • Minor Revision
   • Major Revision
   • Reject

Review Time

• Average review period: 2–4 weeks

Reviewer Responsibilities

• Maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts
• Provide constructive, objective, and unbiased feedback
• Evaluate the quality and relevance of the research
• Identify potential ethical concerns, conflicts of interest, or plagiarism
• Complete reviews within the agreed review period