Dear [Name],

The first quarter of 2025 has flown by! It is time for a quick update on what’s happened over the past quarter and what’s ahead for ECSS Rimini 2025 and the development of the College as well as our Journal.

High-volume abstract submission

We are delighted to share that ECSS Rimini 2025 is attracting tremendous interest from international sport scientists. We have received over 3000 abstracts across both the submission periods – marking the second-highest number ever and coming close to the record set in Paris two years ago. A highly engaged and dynamic event can be anticipated!

What’s happened in the past quarter?

ECSS RIMINI 2025

Full invited programme including speaker profiles and CVs – 20 December 2024
Congress registration opened – 1 January 2025
Announcement of the Masterclasses – 10 January 2025
Announcement of the Special Interest Group meetings – 12 February 2025
Deadline for abstract submission – 14 February 2025
Deadline for ECSS YIA, GSSI Award, ECSS Travel Grant and ECSS YIA Travel Grant applications – 14 February 2025
Announcement of the GSSI Symposium – 20 March 2025
Announcement of an exciting pre-Congress Programme on 30 June and 1 July – 21 March 2025
Announcement of the Social Programme – 24 March 2025
Abstract submission programme building – 24-26 March 2025

GENERAL INFORMATION

Announcement of ECSS Manchester 2027 and ECSS Copenhagen 2028 – 23 December 2024
Automatic ECSS Membership renewal – 1 January 2025
Implementation of reduced Congress registration fees for lower-income countries – 6 January 2025
Publication of ECSS’ RFP for comprehensive data management solutions – 15 January 2025
ECSS Mentoring Programme application deadline –30 January 2025
ECSS site visit to Lausanne – 5-7 February 2025
ECSS Fellowship application window – 15 February - 15 March 2025
ECSS Webinar on How to exercise for the health of future generations? – Global, evidence-based promotion of physical activity during pregnancy and postpartum, hosted by the Special Interest Group on Physical Activity in Pregnancy and Postpartum (PAPP) in collaboration with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) - Watch the recorded webinar in your ECSS account – 26 February 2025
EJSS Strategy Meeting 2025 – 28 February 2025
ECSS Virtual Executive Board Spring Meeting – 21 March 2025

What’s coming up?

ECSS RIMINI 2025

Notification of acceptance/rejection to all abstract submitters – 1 April 2025
Notification to ECSS YIA, GSSI Award, ECSS Travel Grant and ECSS YIA Travel Grant applications – 1 April 2025
Final site visit to Rimini – 1-2 April 2025
Application deadline for GSSI Young Scholar Travel Grant – 14 April 2025
Congress registration early bird deadline – 15 April 2025
Registration opens for Lunches, Bengt Saltin Run and Friday Night Party – 15 April 2025
Notification to GSSI Young Scholar Travel Grant applicants – 21 April 2025
Payment deadline for presenting authors – 9 May 2025
Publication of the final scientific programme – 23 May 2025
Invitation to join the ECSS Congress App to all registered delegates – 29 May 2025
Invitation to download the LiveVoice app for poster sessions – 17 June 2025
ECSS Rimini 2025, register now! – 1-4 July 2025
Join our exhibition SportEx! 34 exhibitors are already confirmed!
Take advantage of the best delegate prices for accommodation!
Be aware of the Visa and Travel Information for EU and non-EU citizens!

Exclusive eSIM offer for ECSS Congress participants!

Stay connected throughout the ECSS Annual Congress in Rimini with a special eSIM at 30% discount! Offered by the Congress Centre Palacongressi di Rimini, the one-time discount per user will be valid for purchases made from 30 days before the event until 6 July 2025. For complete information, click here.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Application window for ECSS Executive Board candidates – 2-16 April 2025
ECSS Webinar on State-of-the-Art Perspectives on Tissue Injury: Tendinopathy, Muscle Injury and Tendon Rupture – 4 April 2025
Election of new ECSS Executive Board member – 8-27 May 2025
Join ECSS and become an ECSS Member!

Further news

ECSS and EJSS quit X (Twitter)

ECSS and EJSS have officially moved away from X (formerly Twitter) due to the recent changes on the social media channel, undermining inclusivity while promoting misinformation and disrespect. The transition aligns with our commitment to fostering meaningful discussions and connecting with the global sport science community in a space that reflects our values.

In place of X, we are now active on Bluesky and invite you to follow us for the latest updates.

ECSS – @ecssofficial.bsky.social

EJSS – @eurojsportscience.bsky.social

In addition, we continue to remain active on other channels:

ECSS - Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube

EJSS - Instagram, LinkedIn

EJSS appoints Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Special Issues Editor

ECSS and EJSS are pleased to announce the appointment of Zoe Saynor (University of Southampton, UK) as Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Daniel Boullosa (University of León, Spain) as Special Issues Editor. Their expertise will further enhance the Journal’s commitment to excellence in sport science research.

Other events

World Congress on Science and Soccer

The World Congress on Science and Soccer (WCSS) is set to be held in Glasgow from 17 to 20 June 2025.

The Congress kicks off with a pre-Congress day of activities and the main Congress will take place over three days, at the home of two historical football institutions: Rangers FC and Celtic FC. Each venue is within proximity to Glasgow City Centre with excellent transport links from hotels to the venues.

WCSS 2025 will cover an array of topics on science and medicine in soccer. For a brief overview of the programme, click here. The organisers are pleased to invite participants to join them in the historical city of Glasgow. To register click here.

Yours in Sport Science,

The ECSS