Accident and Injury Support

All registered Leichhardt Saints FC (LSFC) players are covered by the Football NSW Insurance Policy provided by Gow-Gates. To ensure your medical expenses are covered, please follow the updated guidelines for the 2026 season.

Critical Deadlines

• Lodgement: Claims should ideally be lodged within 120 days of the injury.

• Reimbursement Window: The insurer covers eligible expenses incurred within 52 weeks of the injury date (or the date treatment was first sought).

Injury Claim Process

The claims process is fully digital for faster processing. Follow these steps:

1. Start Your Claim: Visit the Gow-Gates Football NSW Claims Portal.
2. Register: Create an account and complete the online claim form.
3. Download Forms: Download the Club Declaration and Physician’s Statement from the portal.
4. Medical Signature: Have your treating Doctor or Specialist complete the Physician’s Statement.
5. Club Signature: Email your Club Declaration to admin@leichhardtsaints.com. Our club officials will verify your participation and return the signed form to you.
6. Upload & Submit: Save and upload both completed documents back to the claims portal.

Alternative Submission: If you cannot upload documents, you may email them to football@gowgates.com.au or post them to:

Gow-Gates Claims, PO Box 4731, Sydney NSW 2001.

Claim Verification

To prevent delays, please note the following:

• Association Check: Claims for community players are verified by the relevant Association (Football Canterbury).

• Sanctioned Activities: Insurance only covers injuries sustained during sanctioned (FNSW approved) matches or training sessions.

• Registration Status: You must have been a fully registered player at the time the injury occurred.

Further Resources & Support