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What is American football?
American football is a physical team sport in which players run, pass and kick the ball to score points. Tackling and close contact are a major part of the full-contact game, so players usually wear helmets, shoulder pads and other protective equipment.
Can I get travel insurance for American football?
Cover for American football can be available through Direct Travel.
Depending on the policy, it may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Select American football when getting your quote and check whether the policy covers training, casual play or the type of match you plan to take part in.
Things to remember:
- Make sure American football is included on your cover
- Check whether organised matches or competitive participation are excluded
- Wear the protective equipment required by your team, venue or organiser
- Follow the rules of the game and the instructions of your coach or officials
- Stop playing and seek medical attention if you experience signs of concussion
What can travel insurance help with?
If you are injured while taking part in insured American football, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Your policy can also provide cover for cancelling or cutting short your trip for specific insured reasons. Other benefits will depend on the policy selected and the circumstances of the claim.
American Football FAQs
Is American football covered as standard?
It depends on the policy. American football may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Select it when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured while playing?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if American football is included on your policy and the claim meets its terms and conditions.
Are American football matches covered?
Not necessarily. Some policies may cover training or recreational play but exclude organised matches. Check that the cover matches how you will be taking part.
Can I play in an amateur competition or tournament?
Competition exclusions vary between policies. Check the applicable Policy Wording before entering an organised competition or tournament.
Is flag football covered as American football?
Do not assume the two activities are treated in the same way. Flag football involves limited contact and may be listed separately, so select the activity that matches the version you plan to play.
Do I need to wear protective equipment?
Wear all protective equipment required by the team, venue or event organiser. For full-contact American football, this will usually include a helmet, shoulder pads and a mouthguard.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.
Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.
