Shae has an impressive frame and reach and I absolutely love his footwork in the key. He’s smart and strong and often overpowers his defenders down low to get easy looks at the basket. He has excellent touch in the paint and knows how to use the glass effectively. He stacks rebounds on both ends and getting his team additional possessions is a thing of regularity for him. His awareness defensively is next-level, and his hands are surprisingly sneaky for a big man. He knows how to pick pockets without getting whistled for the foul and once the ball is loose the decisions he makes on the fast break basically guarantee a conversion nearly every time.

McCarty plays with toughness that coaches value. He competes every possession, embraces contact, and consistently makes hustle plays that don’t always appear in the box score. His ability to defend bigger players while also stepping away from the basket offensively gives him valuable versatility. He continues to improve as a decision-maker with the ball in his hands.

✅ High-motor competitor
✅ Versatile defender
✅ Tough interior finisher

Shae McCarty Shae McCarty 6'5" | PF/SG Tom C. Clark | 2027 State TX is unique for his position. Attacks closeouts with speed and handle. Scores from multiple levels and shows creativity around the rim. Agility separates him. Offensively confidence is growing. Puts the ball on the floor and finish through angles. His off-dribble touch is reliable, sees the floor well. The offensive feel is already there. McCarty profiles as a modern forward. Versatility fits today’s game.

Shae McCarty Shae McCarty 6'5" | PF/SG Tom C. Clark | 2027 State TX showcased his perimeter scoring prowess, utilizing his shooting ability from that area. Throughout the Expo, he skillfully maneuvered into the lane for effortless points, leveraging his speed to outmaneuver defenders off the dribble. As he accumulated easy points in the paint, McCarty demonstrated his creativity by finishing the ball in various ways. His awareness and ball-handling skills were impeccable when driving into lanes, contributing significantly to the offensive flow of team 6.

Versatile scoring wing whose offensive arsenal looked complete, scoring off the dribble from multiple levels, punishing mismatches in the mid-post, and stretching the floor with his consistent perimeter shot making. A truly efficient and dynamic scorer in the lane consistently using his hops to glide for strong dunks and crafty layups unfazed by traffic. His ability to anticipate help defenders opened up his facilitating skills for draw-and-kick or skip-pass situations.

Versatile scorer with balance and pace in the mid-post. Shows patience reading defenders and can knock down shots off face-ups. Defensively, brings length and positioning discipline—rarely out of stance. Quietly efficient, fits well next to creators.

✅ Mid-post poise
✅ High-level footwork and body control
✅ Defensive positioning and length

Shae McCarty Shae McCarty 6'5" | PF/SG Tom C. Clark | 2027 State TX is a smart, physical forward who understands positioning and how to impact winning. He plays bigger than his size, boxing out well and contesting shots without fouling. Offensively, he’s efficient around the basket and a capable passer from the high post.

Translatable Skills:
✅ Basketball IQ
✅ Rebounding Fundamentals
✅ High Post Playmaking

McCarty may be undersized for his position, but his skill and toughness more than compensate. He excels in face-up situations and has a reliable mid-range jumper. His work ethic on the boards is unmatched, and he’s often the first to the floor for loose balls. Defensively, Shae is disciplined, making him effective against bigger and more athletic opponents. His high motor and competitiveness are the foundation of his game.
Translatable Skills
✅ Mid-Range Shooting
✅ Rebounding
✅ Defensive Discipline

A Second Team All-District player as a freshman, McCarty excels in scoring through high IQ positioning and movement. His motor and physicality make him a standout on the boards, especially for 50/50 balls. McCarty’s tenacity and determination bring energy and toughness to the team, giving TMI a competitive edge.