But KXCI could be close to finding a replacement. The board of directors interviewed three candidates earlier this month, and a group of volunteers and staff members got their crack at the applicants Jan. 11.
The board passed on the finalists during the initial search process some months ago. This is the second go-round.
"The News 4 sports team has an outstanding reputation for its coverage of Arizona sports, and I look forward to carrying on the tradition of excellence," said Recker in a press release. "Tucson is a great sports town with great sports teams, and I can't wait to become a part of the local sports scene."
Recker begins his duties at KVOA on Feb. 5, although an official on-air debut has yet to be determined.
Recker's entrance coincides with the departure of Dan Joseph. The KVOA weekend sports anchor has decided to pursue other career options.
Allis is the editor of wildcatinsider.com and handled the editorial reins at Cat Tracks, a publication that covered UA sports, for four years. I have gabbed about Arizona sports in some capacity since 1991 and have co-hosted UA-related radio pregame and/or postgame shows since 1998, the last four years on 1290.