Anna Josephine Lawrence, born on March 9, 1972, in Howick, is a retired New Zealand hockey player who played for the national team from 1990, captaining for four years. She scored 26 goals in the 1998 Commonwealth Games, winning a bronze medal, and represented New Zealand in the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Anna's impact extended beyond her athletic achievements as she inspired others to believe in themselves and contributed to the team's strength.