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Crane Today
By the People, for the People
Cannon McWilliams Named Head Coach and Athletic Director at Crane High School
The former Big Spring High School leader takes over the Golden Cranes program.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:56am
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Cannon McWilliams, who previously served as the head football coach and athletic director at Big Spring High School, has been named to the same roles at Crane High School. McWilliams spent seven seasons leading the Steers, compiling a 31-45 record during his tenure.
Why it matters
The move represents a significant shift in the local high school sports landscape, as McWilliams takes over a Crane program that has seen recent success, including a district title and bi-district championship under the previous coach.
The details
McWilliams was promoted from defensive coordinator at Big Spring in 2018 and led the Steers through the 2025 season. He takes over for Robert Ontiveroz, who stepped down in February 2026 after two seasons with the Golden Cranes. Under Ontiveroz, Crane made the postseason both years and won the bi-district championship in 2024 after a district title season.
- McWilliams was promoted to head coach at Big Spring High School in 2018.
- McWilliams led the Big Spring Steers through the 2025 season.
- Robert Ontiveroz stepped down as Crane High School's head coach and athletic director in February 2026.
- Crane High School made the postseason in both 2024 and 2025 under Ontiveroz.
The players
Cannon McWilliams
The former head football coach and athletic director at Big Spring High School, who has now been named to the same roles at Crane High School.
Robert Ontiveroz
The previous head coach and athletic director at Crane High School, who stepped down in February 2026 after two seasons with the Golden Cranes.
Big Spring High School
The school where Cannon McWilliams previously served as head football coach and athletic director.
Crane High School
The school where Cannon McWilliams has now been named head football coach and athletic director.
The takeaway
The hiring of Cannon McWilliams represents a significant shift in the local high school sports landscape, as he takes over a Crane program that has seen recent success, including a district title and bi-district championship. McWilliams will look to build on that foundation and lead the Golden Cranes to continued success.
