Understanding Fair Play through the Multidimensional Sportspersonship Orientations Scale (MSOS): A Scoping Review of International Studies

(1) Background : This scoping review aimed to identify and summarize studies that used the Multidimensional Sportspersonship Orientations Scale (MSOS), a validated instrument for assessing and promoting sportsmanship in sport sciences and psychology. (2) Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, Web of Science, Ovid, Embase, and ResearchGate. Peer-reviewed studies published in English that utilized the MSOS as a primary data collection tool were included. Covidence software was used for screening and selection. (3) Results: A total of 36 articles met the inclusion criteria. One study used a randomized design, while all other studies applied cross-sectional designs, either descriptive or correlational in nature. The MSOS demonstrated consistent validity and reliability across different cultural contexts. We found that ego orientation and aggression negatively correlate with sportsmanship while respect for rules, positive thinking, empathy, gender, age, and sport type are positively related to sportsmanship in different cultures. (4) Conclusions: The MSOS is a reliable and culturally adaptable instrument that supports the understanding and promotion of positive sporting behaviors. It offers a valuable framework for assessing sportspersonship across educational and athletic settings.