Wellington’s Dane Lett is a late bloomer in the sport after playing rugby through most of his school years. Tokyo will be his first Olympics after a silver medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

Originally from Carterton in the Wairarapa, Lett is an unassuming central defender with excellent distribution skills.

Nickname: Danger

Town You Grew Up In: Carterton, Wairarapa

Currently Live In: Wellington

Occupation: Capital Hockey Performance Manager

Career High: Commonwealth Games 2018 Silver Medal

Career Low: Injuries

Age Started Playing Hockey: 13

Most Influential on your Career: My parents and partner

Playing Strength: Defending, consistency

Hobbies: Family, Beach Exercise

Favourite TV Show: Sons of Anarchy

Favourite Food: Pizza

Favourite Music: NZ reggae

Advice for young players: Make it fun