Katie Glynn, of Auckland, MNZM, for services to hockey
As part of the Blacksticks New Zealand women’s hockey team, Miss Glynn amassed 134 international caps and scored 77 international goals, becoming one of the highest female goal scorers in New Zealand hockey history. She played at the Oceania Cup, Champions Trophy, World Cups, the London Olympics, and the Delhi and Glasgow Commonwealth Games, where the Blacksticks won silver and bronze medals. After an injury forced her to retire, she became a coach and role model for up-and-coming players. She is Sports Manager at Diocesan School for Girls in Auckland and co-coach for the Auckland women’s national league team. She has fundraised extensively for teams and individuals to attend tournaments.