Martay Barnes is a 6-2 combo guard from The Academy of Central Florida in Orlando who was originally classified as a 2027 recruit before reclassifying to 2026 in February 2026. Playing for Austin Rivers Southeast Elite on the 3SSB circuit, he averaged 13.9 points, 3.5 assists, and 1.8 steals, establishing himself as a three-level scorer who plays in constant attack mode. Barnes committed to Florida State on February 26, 2026, choosing the Seminoles over Auburn almost immediately after his reclassification.