ANSON — As a 1990 graduate of Hamlin High School and a long-time assistant at Anson under Darryl Cash in the 2000s, new Anson coach Cory McCombs has practically returned to his own backyard. 

McCombs, who guided Lockney to a 7-4 record in his first season there last year, desired a return home to the Big Country. He got it with Anson’s job offer, giving him a chance to replace former coach Chris Hagler, who resigned in February.