Manuscript Type

Jurnal Muara Olahraga accepts scientific manuscripts reporting research results or conceptual ideas in the field of sport science that are systematically prepared, have clearly defined objectives, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge. Each manuscript must fall within the focus and scope of the journal, namely sport education, sports coaching, sport tourism, and traditional sports, and comply with the applicable author guidelines and publication ethics standards.

Types of Manuscripts Accepted

Jurnal Muara Olahraga accepts the following types of manuscripts:

1. Research Articles Articles reporting the results of empirical research, whether quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods, in one of the journal’s focus areas. The manuscript must include an introduction describing the background and research problem, the research objectives, the research methods, the results and discussion, and conclusions highlighting the contribution of the findings to the advancement of sport science and practice.
2. Conceptual Articles Articles presenting ideas, frameworks, models, or theoretical analyses concerning sport-related issues. The manuscript must provide a strong theoretical foundation, coherent arguments supported by relevant literature, and the implications of the ideas for the development of knowledge, policy, or practice in sport.
3. Review Articles (optional) Articles that systematically or narratively examine and synthesize previous research to map developments, gaps, and future directions in the field of sport. The manuscript must explain the literature search and selection methods and present a critical synthesis.

Manuscripts Not Prioritized for Acceptance

Jurnal Muara Olahraga does not accept manuscripts that consist solely of research proposals, plans for activities or programs that have not been implemented, administrative reports without scientific analysis, or activity documentation without an evaluation of the results. The journal also does not accept manuscripts that fail to demonstrate clear novelty or scientific contribution.

In addition, manuscripts that do not align with the journal’s focus and scope or fail to comply with the prescribed manuscript template and author guidelines will not be processed further for publication.