Inaugural Metro North Soccer Tournament kicks off

Shoes were laced and goals were kicked at the inaugural Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) Soccer Tournament, which was attended by around 250 staff and families.

In an incredible show of (friendly) hospital rivalry, more than 20 teams battled it out for the title of Metro North’s soccer champion, from Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Cardiac Department’s ‘Cardiac Arrests’, to Mental Health’s ‘Mental As Anything’.

But it wasn’t just the players that got out and supported the event, with crowds of supporters flocking to the stands dressed in their Tuesday best.

MNHHS Executive Director of Operations Dr David Rosengren said the night was a resounding success, with The Prince Charles Hospital ‘Animals’ taking home the title of ultimate tournament winner.

He said despite the seriousness of working in health, there was always room for staff to enjoy themselves in a happy and fun team environment.

“Congratulations to the TPCH Animals for taking out the top spot, it was certainly an amazing night of soccer,” Dr Rosengren said.

“We’ll see you all here again next year!”