Although four of the resumes stood out, only one person was interviewed.

That person was Steve Lloyd-Jones, 35, who today was named play-by-play radio announcer for the Whitecaps.

Lloyd-Jones is no stranger to the Whitecaps' radio booth. He was the color commentator from 2002-04 and worked with Rick Berkey, who was the play-by-play voice in West Michigan's first 11 seasons.

Berkey currently is the radio voice for Michigan State women's basketball.

Lloyd-Jones will replace Dave Skoczen, who was West Michigan's radio voice the past four seasons. He resigned after the 2008 season.

Lloyd-Jones will be joined in the booth by Dan Elve, who has been the color commentator since 2005.

"I'm thrilled about this opportunity," said Lloyd-Jones, who has been the play-by-play radio announcer for Grand Valley State men's and women's basketball since 2005. He also has been GVSU football's color commentator. Plus, he has provided the play-by-play for Lakers' baseball the past two seasons.

"I got a first-hand look at how unique Whitecap games provide a special time, and I see my role as providing that enjoyment to the listeners," Lloyd-Jones said.

He has been the radio voice of high school to professional teams for 11 years. During that time, he called games for the Grand Rapids Hoops, Grand Rapids Community College football and Cornerstone University men's basketball.

"I contacted Lloyd-Jones to see what his interest level might be for the play-by-play radio job with us and knowing him and his work ethic," Whitecaps vice president Jim Jarecki said. "He has a smooth call and he promotes the game and the entertainment as it is, something positive."