Getting into the SAS is just as much a mental challenge as it is physical, and Mark was determined he would be part of the special operations unit after seeing pictures of the British SAS rescuing hostages in London during a siege when he was in grade 9.

Growing up, Matt loved all sports - he was the kid that wanted to do everything. His sheer determination, even at such a young age, led him to getting a coach.

When Mark Wales was young he wanted to join the military and lead a team in war. However, the reality of living out that experience, and indeed the aftermath, brought something entirely different to Mark’s world.