League Insurance
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Covering 500+ sports and activities
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Trusted by 75,000+ customers
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All medical conditions considered
Award winning provider
Recognised for our specialist approach
to sports and travel insurance.
Trusted by 75,000+ customers
Exceptional-rated cover from thousands of active travellers.
Backed by AXA XL
Buy with confidence with cover
underwritten by a leading insurer.
How much does League Insurance cost?
Depending on the policy type and level you choose, League Insurance can help protect you against medical costs, cancellation, lost or damaged belongings, and activity-specific risks while you are away.
Full policy details and exclusions can be found in the policy documents.
Prices from
£2.31 * a month
Example quote is based on:
- Sport Selected
- Package Bronze
- Personal Liability £1,000,000
- Income Protection £1,000,000
- Equipment Cover £100,000
Depending on the policy type and level you choose, sports travel insurance can help protect you against medical costs, cancellation, lost or damaged belongings, and activity-specific risks while you are away.
Full policy details and exclusions can be found in the policy documents.
Why do you need League Insurance?
Our experts explain why…
“Many standard travel policies aren’t designed around the realities of sport. Whether you’re travelling with specialist equipment, competing overseas or taking part in higher-risk activities, the cover needs to reflect the way you actually travel and participate”
Chris Trotman – Head of Sales & Underwriting at SportsCover Direct
Our Claims Record
Average pay out for each insurance claim
£1,599.09*
How to make a claim
Choose your policy, find the forms you need
Download and complete forms
Submit your claims for review
A Recent Claim Example
“One of our policyholders became unwell while in South Africa to play Cricket. They sought medical treatment and were treated for suspected appendicitis, with symptoms of stomach cramps, high fever and nausea. Because they secured our Sports Travel Insurance, they were covered to seek medical treatment.”
Total Paid Out
£5,971.47
Claim Type
Medical Assistance
Policy Type
Sports Travel Insurance
Incident
Medical assistance
Policy Excess Applied
£90.00
Location
South Africa
Disclaimer
*Data relates to all SportsCover Direct Insurance claims from Jan to Dec 2025 inclusive. Claim example from 2025.
Medical cover explained
We provide cover that considers your medical circumstances. Complete a medical declaration to ensure you’re properly protected, as part of the quotation process.*
*Please note, just because you’ve declared a medical condition or injury doesn’t mean it is automatically covered. The insurer needs to assess it first and will inform you by email if any terms apply.
Medical conditions must be declared
All pre-existing conditions considered
Cover available up to age 74
We'll review your details
Most declarations don't mean exclusion
Any terms will be confirmed by email
Thousands rate how easy it is
We’ve refined our process to make buying sports insurance abroad simple but thorough, with cover designed around the activities you take part in, from training trips and competitions to active holidays overseas.
Why choose us
SportsCover Direct is a specialist insurance provider focused entirely on sport. For over 30 years, we’ve helped athletes, teams and organisations get the protection they need, whether they’re travelling, competing, or training abroad or in the UK.
Covering 500+ sports
Fast online quotes
Established over 30 years
UK-based support team
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Covering over 500 sports with quick online quotes and UK- based support, if you need it.
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