Dragon of the Week Published July 28, 2009 81st Training Wing Public Affairs KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, BILOXI, MISS. -- Name -- Tech. Sgt. Kristopher Coats Unit -- 335th Training Squadron Position -- enlisted financial courses instructor Time in Air Force -- 10 years Time at Keesler -- 1½ years Hometown -- Manito, Ill. Why did you join the Air Force? I needed direction, discipline and to mature -- the money wasn't bad either. Noteworthy -- raising two sweet, respectful little girls What are your short- and long-term goals? short term, to earn my bachelor's degree; to become a chief master sergeant. What's your favorite quote? "The first step to recovery is admitting the problem." What are your hobbies? hunting, fishing, softball and woodworking