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What is hurling?
Hurling is a fast-paced Irish team sport played with a wooden stick called a hurley and a small ball called a sliotar. Players score by sending the sliotar between the opposing team’s goalposts or into the net.
Can I get travel insurance for hurling?
Yes, cover for amateur hurling can be available through the policies offered by Direct Travel.
Select hurling when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Cover is for amateur participation during a wider trip, rather than trips primarily taken to enter a tournament or competition.
Things to remember:
- Choose hurling when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Wear a properly fitted hurling helmet with a faceguard
- Use suitable footwear for the playing surface
- Warm up before playing and stay hydrated
- Follow the rules and your coach or referee’s instructions
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured hurling, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment, personal belongings and other travel-related problems. Personal Accident, Personal Liability and cover for sporting equipment can vary, so check the applicable Policy Wording.
Hurling FAQs
Can I play in an amateur hurling match?
Yes, amateur participation during a wider trip can be covered when hurling appears on your policy documents.
Can hurling training be covered?
Yes, amateur training can be covered. Follow your coach’s instructions and wear the appropriate protective equipment.
Do I need to wear a hurling helmet?
You should wear a properly fitted hurling helmet with a faceguard whenever you play or train. You must also follow the safety rules set by the club, venue or event organiser.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if hurling is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Is Personal Liability covered while playing hurling?
Personal Liability may be restricted or excluded while playing hurling. Check the applicable cover before taking part.
Can I enter a hurling tournament or competition?
Amateur participation during a wider trip can be covered. However, cover does not apply if the main purpose of your trip is to enter an amateur tournament or competition. Professional, sponsored or paid participation and competing for prize money are not covered.
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.
