In 2016, the Sydney Swans will continue to provide fans with a unique look at those who work behind the scenes to help put our players on the park each week.

The latest Faces Behind the Game, presented by Volkswagen, features team runner Mark Parmenter.

Parmenter gives us an insight into how the role of the runner has changed in recent years, his relationship with the current playing group and the physical demands of the role.

The role has provided some strong training for Mark who will later this year head to the USA to take park in the world famous New York Marathon.

Not only will he be running in the event but he will also be raising money for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), an organisation close to his heart.

To learn more about Mark’s story and his fundraising ambitions click here.

Keep an eye on SwansTV for more great inner-sanctum access with Faces Behind the Game.