Meet Joel Beachum: 30+ Years Behind the Lens

Country Tides Media is led by Joel Beachum, a photographer with more than 30 years of experience covering sports from the sideline.

Joel is a 5+ time Press Association winner. His writing or photography has appeared in more than 15 newspapers, more than 3 magazines and more than 10 websites, and he has worked with more than 100 high schools and colleges.

His work has taken him to big stages, including NASCAR, the NFL and professional women's soccer.

Closer to home, Joel has covered UNCP for more than 30 years and Coastal Carolina for more than 20 years, with Glossy Finish at The Ripken Experience.

He is also a member of the 2016 Yahoo Fantasy Football Hall of Fame.