Wally Keller Classic: Senior Sleepers

The 20th Anniversary of the Wally Keller Classic was held on Friday and Saturday at Charlotte High School, delivering two full days of high-level competition and standout performances. A total of 18 boys games featured many of the top teams and prospects from across the state, creating a showcase that lived up to its reputation as one of the premier events on the high school basketball calendar. Here is a look at some under the radar prospects from the senior class who proved themselves over the weekend in Punta Gorda.   Read More: Wally Keller Classic: <a href="https://prephoops.com/2026/01/wally-keller-classic-starting-five/">Starting Five</a>, <a href="https://prephoops.com/2026/01/wally-keller-classic-senior-standouts/">Senior Standouts</a>    The senior power forward turned in a strong, workmanlike performance in Friday night's win over Coatesville (PA), finishing with 14 points and eight rebounds. McCalla is a big, physical forward who plays with toughness and consistent effort, doing most of his damage from 10 feet and in. He relentlessly pursues the ball on the glass at both ends of the floor and embraces the physical aspects of the game, consistently doing the dirty work in the paint to help his team win.     A proven sharpshooter on the wing for the Warriors, Pandov stands out as one of the top available shooters in the state's 2026 recruiting class. He has good size and length, understands how to play off screens, and can knock down shots both on the catch and off the dribble. Beyond his on-court skill set, Pandov is also a high-academic prospect, a combination that should make him especially attractive to college coaches as the recruiting process continues over the coming months.     Pandov's OCP teammate, Bradshaw provides instant offense off the bench for Head Coach Treig Burke. The quick, athletic lefty guard plays with an aggressive mindset, stretching the defense with his shooting range while also being able to attack the paint off the dribble. He shows good court vision, finds open teammates, and consistently brings energy and pace when he enters the game, giving the Warriors a valuable spark.     Although his college future lies on the football field, the STA quarterback has carved out a meaningful role on another Raiders team with championship aspirations. Mallory is a confident, sharp-shooting lefty guard with good size and strength, capable of providing timely offense. He finished with 15 points in Saturday's win over Olympia, delivering key scoring in the second half when the Raiders needed a lift and once again proving his value within a state-title caliber lineup..     The speedy senior point guard for St. Petersburg set the tone early Saturday at the Wally Keller Classic, pouring in 25 points in the opening game of the day. Gainer consistently pressured the defense, using his quickness to get into the paint and convert difficult midrange pull-ups. He also brought energy on the defensive end, applying ball pressure and disrupting opposing guards. As a steady lead guard, Gainer complements high-scoring sophomore Nijuan Harris well, giving St. Petersburg a balanced and dangerous backcourt.

The 20th Anniversary of the Wally Keller Classic was held on Friday and Saturday at Charlotte High School, delivering two full days of high-level competition and standout performances. A total of 18 boys games featured many of the top teams and prospects from across the state, creating a showcase that lived up to its reputation as one of the premier events on the high school basketball calendar. Here is a look at some under the radar prospects from the senior class who proved themselves over the weekend in Punta Gorda.