Michigan Sports Radio was actually started as RamsRadio in December of 2005, by Brock Konkle and Paul Stabile. After working radio together for a year, they were having a conversation one day and thought it would be a neat experience for people to be able to listen to and support their alma mater not only locally but anywhere around the world.

After some research they decided to start broadcasting games for Rockford as an audiocast. Not only did they achieve their initial goal but through their streaming company had the ability to archive the games which meant now people can listen to the game not only live but anytime they want. All of a sudden it took off and other schools showed interest in having their games audiocast, thus Michigansportsradio.com was born.

Not only did this provide a unique experience for the listeners but also after talking with several marketing companies an advertising package was developed which provides the advertiser with four means of advertising exposure. When advertisers started complimenting on the success of the exposure they received we knew we had come up with a product, which appeals to everyone. Michigansportsradio also donates a portion of their advertising dollar back to the local high schools athletic programs.

The key players to our team are as follows.

Brock Konkle

... graduated from Rockford High School in 1983 followed by Hope College in 1987. After being a teacher and coach for ten years Brock decided to go into business for himself by starting a screen printing company. He got his start in broadcasting from Rick Berkey and has been broadcasting high school sports for three years. He enjoys the opportunity to give back to sports what he got out of it and is priviledged to provide this opportunity to the different schools which are not part of our broadcast network.

Paul Stabile

... spent 10 years performing a variety of play by play duties in Cadillac and the Eastern Upper Peninsula. Paul has covered all 4 major sports at the high school, college and Ontario Major Junior A levels including some cable tv broadcasts. Stabile even hosted the coverage for the International 500 snowmobile race in Sault Ste Marie. A career change brought about a 7 year hiatus from broadcasting until being paired with Brock Konkle to provide play by play for Forest Hills Schools last year. That experience lead to helping Konkle in the creation of Michigan Sports Radio.com in which we hope this is only the beginning!

Steve Lloyd Jones

... is a graduate of Central Michigan University. Steve has been a part of the professional sports broadcasting scene in GR since 1997. His past experience includes play by play announcing for the West Michigan Whitecaps, Grand Rapids Hoops, and Cornerstone University, along with many high school games. Steve is currently involved with Grand Valley St. University as a television show host, game announcer, and producer. He and his wife Penny have been married for over 6 years and have a daughter named Evelyn.

Ken Clemens

... has a long history of coaching all around the state, starting with football and basketball at Flint Southwestern and Swartz Creek. Ken then moved to West Michigan in 1977 where he began a long run as Assistant Principal at Northview High School. During his time at Northview, Ken was also very active supporting Northview Athletics where he served a couple of stints as head basketball coach. Ken is now enjoying his "retirement" in Holland by handling play-by-play duties for West Ottawa and some Northview games.

Ross M.

.... will graduate from Rockford High School in 2007, and he has been a part of the Michigan Sports Radio team since our inaugural broadcast. He works as a play-by-play announcer and also as a commentator on our weekly talk show. In addition to his work at Michigan Sports Radio, Ross also works as a sports writer for the Rockford Independent Newspaper. He plans to study Journalism at Michigan State University and looks forward to being a part of the continual growth of Michigan Sports Radio.

Mike Wells

I am senior at Grand Valley State University, and I'm majoring in
broadcasting. Sports are my passion, so I would like to get into sports
broadcasting. Therefore I am really fired up about getting the opportunity
to work for michigansportsradio.com. I would like to do play-by-play,
studio work, sideline reporting, or maybe work behind the scenes. I'm just
anxious to start a career.

Heidi Haas-Shosten

... is a native Rockford resident, graduated from Rockford High School “when it was located on the corner of 10 mile and Wolverine Blvd. if that tells you anything!” She obtained her Bachelors in marketing degree from Davenport University and has been self-employed as an independent contract sales person since graduating from college. “My family and most of my high school friends live in here, and I am lucky to still be in touch with all of them-and their kids!” “My own daughter Suraya, starts middle school this year.” “She looks forward to helping us with some 78ers coverage.”
“ When Brock initially approached me with his part-time hobby turned full-time job, I thought two things right away-what a great idea! And why didn’t someone think of this before? Like… me, for example?” “I love being part of a program that gives small and large businesses alike the chance to have an all encompassing, affordable marketing opportunity, while helping to support local athletes and far-away fans all at the same time.” “It is a great fit and everyone wins.” Go Rams!!!!