Following her brief hiatus, McCarthy made a high-profile return to sports journalism in September 2012 by joining ESPN as an anchor for SportsCenter. Her presence was met with enthusiasm by fans who had followed her work at NESN and WCAU. At ESPN, she continued to demonstrate her in-depth sports knowledge and strong on-air presentation skills.
Known for her articulate delivery and professional demeanor, Jade McCarthy is regarded as one of the top female sports anchors in the industry. Her ability to provide insightful sports analysis, combined with clear communication and confident body language, has cemented her status in the field of sports journalism.
Jade has been married to Gordan Stead since 2009. She announced her pregnancy in early 2011 and the couple later welcomed a son. The family moved back to Philadelphia during this time, where they also owned a residence. Outside of her demanding career, McCarthy prioritizes family and actively shares aspects of her personal life with her audience.
McCarthy maintains an active presence on Twitter, where she connects with fans and shares updates. As of the last update, she had around 18,600 followers. Her Twitter bio reads:
"ESPN Broadcaster. Mom & wife to my 3 favorite guys. Lover of an inspirational story, a fitting quote, & the perfect grilled cheese sandwich—well done please!"
Location: CT...usually
Joined: August 2009
| Birth Date: | 20 Jul, 1980 |
| Age: | 39 yrs |
| Occupations: | Journalist |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Newton |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American sportscaster |
