Justin Beasley

Justin works as an EOD Flight Chief at Ramstein AB, Germany where he says, “Leading these EOD technicians is easy as they are extremely adaptive and capable of solving complex problems that arise. I’m very proud to be part of the team. During a deploy-ment to Afghanistan, Beasley’s convoy ran over an improvised explosive device, with him narrowly escaped the ensuing firefight. This led to a traumatic brain injury and long-term hearing loss. During that deploy-ment, then Senior Airman Beasley conducted 82 combat missions during which, he cleared 51 improvised explosive devices, 2,200 pounds of explosives and spearheaded the destruction of 184 enemy weapons and 1,100 pounds of explosives. He also trained 125 coalition forces soldiers on IED tactics, techniques and procedures. In 2012, Justin received the United Service Organizations of N. Carolina Spirit of Freedom for outstanding service in his profession both stateside and overseas.

What does the Invictus Games mean to you?

Competing in the Invictus Games is a significant moment for me & my family. It gives me the opportunity to show myself, my family, and the service members around the world that growth & recovery are always possible. This program has reignited my passion for competition & motivated me to pursue my fitness goals. Ultimately, I hope to be even a faction as inspiring to others as so many individuals have been to me. Finally, it’s important to understand that we are also representing a group of individuals that unfortunately are not able to be with us, and we must continue to pay tribute to the individuals that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.