The annual conventions are held at select cities and universities during the latter part of May each year. The conventions reflect the society's culmination of work for the previous twelve months and establish the society's agenda for the ensuing year. The annual conventions also offer an opportunity for society members to meet collectively and discuss current interests and trends in sport research and publications. The Journal of Sport History , a tri-yearly production, publishes refereed articles and book reviews. Annually published proceedings serve as a valuable contribution of research literature, and document the progress and future endeavors of the society.
Officers hold their offices for a term of two years.
The council, which meets annually, provides leadership and direction for the continued development of the society. These records are indexed under the following headings in the catalog of the Pennsylvania State University. Researchers wishing to find related materials should search the catalog under these index terms. Correspondence pertaining to the annual convention. In addition, records of individual committees and subcommittees, including committee operating codes, annual reports, agendas, meeting minutes, proposals, and members of each respective committee.