Tyndall Airman goes beyond the uniform to earn ‘Big of the Year’ for bridging base and community

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Vicen’te Thompkins, 337th Air Control Squadron weapons simulation technician, coaches a youth football team in Panama City, Florida, July 31, 2026. In addition to coaching youth football, Thompkins balances his active-duty military service with his roles as a husband, a father of four and a mentor for both the Big Brothers Big Sisters and New Horizons programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Amanda Alvarez)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Amanda Alvarez

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NIKON Z 8

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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35/10

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1/160

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125

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