Big Spring coach Cannon McWilliams departs for Crane

The longtime athletic director and football coach is leaving after 9 seasons with the Steers.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:55pm

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Cannon McWilliams, the athletic director and head football coach at Big Spring High School, has announced that he is departing the school district to accept the same roles at Crane High School. McWilliams has been with the Big Spring Steers football program for the past 9 seasons.

Why it matters

McWilliams' departure is a significant loss for the Big Spring community, as he has been a fixture with the Steers program for nearly a decade. His move to Crane represents a new chapter in his coaching career and will impact both school districts as they navigate coaching changes.

The details

McWilliams confirmed his decision to leave Big Spring with the San Angelo Standard-Times on Wednesday. During his 9-year tenure, he served as both the athletic director and head football coach for the Steers. His new role at Crane High School will involve the same responsibilities overseeing the athletic department and leading the football team.

  • McWilliams has been the athletic director and head football coach at Big Spring High School for the past 9 seasons.
  • He announced his departure on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Cannon McWilliams

The outgoing athletic director and head football coach at Big Spring High School, who is departing to accept the same roles at Crane High School.

Big Spring High School

The school district that Cannon McWilliams is leaving after 9 years as the athletic director and head football coach.

Crane High School

The school district that Cannon McWilliams is joining, where he will serve as the new athletic director and head football coach.

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What they’re saying

“I had a great time at Big Spring,”

— Cannon McWilliams

The takeaway

McWilliams' departure represents a significant coaching change for both Big Spring and Crane, as he has been a long-standing leader in the Big Spring athletic department. His move to Crane will impact the programs and communities at both schools as they navigate this transition.