Tyler McGhie leads UC San Diego in NCAA Tournament

Tyler McGhie is a senior basketball player for the UC San Diego Tritons. He is known for his skill in shooting three-pointers. McGhie has become a key player for the team as they make a run in the NCAA Tournament. This season, McGhie earned All-Big West honors and was named the Big West Sixth Man of the Year last season. He ranks fifth in the nation for three-point attempts and boasts a shooting percentage of 38.6% from beyond the arc. His ability to score from long range makes him an important player in big games. McGhie has played at several colleges during his career. He started at Western Carolina before moving to Southern Nazarene University, where he excelled and averaged over 16 points per game. In 2023, he transferred to UC San Diego, helping the team become competitive at the Division I level in just five years. Originally from Denton, Texas, McGhie attended Guyer High School before embarking on his college journey. He is well-known for his willingness to take three-point shots, with over 65% of his attempts from that distance this season. His impressive depth scoring will be crucial as UC San Diego faces tough opponents in the tournament.