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Softball is a team bat-and-ball sport played on a smaller field than baseball, using a larger ball and underarm pitching. It is widely enjoyed as a social and competitive game, with informal matches, club fixtures and friendly tournaments taking place around the world.
ActivitySure can cover softball on an amateur, non-professional basis when you are taking part abroad, provided the activity meets the policy conditions. Although it is generally considered a low-contact sport, fast-paced play, swinging bats and quick reactions can still lead to injuries.
Choose the protection that fits your adventure
Excess £100
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£1,000
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£5,000,000
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£750
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£250
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£200
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£300
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £100
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£5,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £75
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£3,000
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£10,000,000
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£1,500
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£250
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£200
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£500
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £200
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£7,500
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £0
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£5,000
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£10,000,000
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£2,500
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£250
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£400
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£1000
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £400
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£15,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£100,000
* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.
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Single trip Softball Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Softball Travel Insurance
Travel more for less with year-round protection across multiple trips.
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Whether you’re planning a one-off escape, an activity-packed holiday or travelling regularly throughout the year, our protection levels are designed to give you confidence at every stage of your journey. From emergency medical cover and cancellation protection to support while you’re away, you can choose the level of cover that best fits the way you travel and the adventures you take on.
Destination Insight
Where is good to go and play softball?
Softball is particularly popular in the United States, where community leagues, recreational tournaments and casual pickup games are common. Many travellers are able to join friendly matches through local clubs or organised events. The sport is also well established in Japan, where both recreational and competitive softball are widely played. In Australia, softball is often played as a social sport, with clubs and mixed-ability teams welcoming visiting players.
Travellers typically take part in informal games or organised amateur fixtures rather than professional competition.
Here's why softball travel insurance matters:
Softball involves quick movements, sudden direction changes and hard-hit balls, all of which can result in sprains, strains or impact injuries. Medical treatment or follow-up care may be needed if you are injured while playing abroad. Having appropriate travel insurance in place helps protect you financially if something goes wrong.
Helpful travel tips
- Follow the rules of the game and any instructions given by umpires or organisers
- Wear appropriate safety equipment, such as helmets or padding, where recommended.
- Stay alert to fast-moving balls and swinging bats at all times.
- Maintain safe spacing between players, particularly in fielding areas.
- Warm up properly before playing to reduce the risk of muscle strains