The Coastie of the Year nominees cheer for U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Kirsten Allen, a Regional Dive Locker West (MSRT-W) diver, as she is announced the winner at Sector San Diego, Jan. 22, 2025. The new annual award recognizes exemplary Coast Guard members from San Diego’s five local units. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher Sappey)