Upper Marlboro's Shane Pendergrass Hits Major Milestone at Capital Classic

Top-100 national recruit headed to George Mason to showcase skills on big stage

Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:24am

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Shane Pendergrass, a standout basketball player from Upper Marlboro and a top-100 national recruit, will compete in the prestigious Capital Classic at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. this Saturday. Pendergrass, who is headed to George Mason University, has already been named a two-time National Prep All-America pick and represents local talent on a stage known for launching future college and NBA stars.

Why it matters

The Capital Classic is a high-profile event that attracts top high school basketball talent from across the country. Pendergrass' participation showcases the strength of the local basketball scene in Upper Marlboro and the surrounding region, and provides him with a valuable opportunity to showcase his skills in front of college coaches and NBA scouts.

The details

Pendergrass, a senior at Hargrave Military Academy, will take the court at the Capital Classic, an annual all-star game that features some of the nation's best high school basketball players. The event has a long history of featuring future college and professional stars, making it an important platform for up-and-coming talent like Pendergrass.

  • The Capital Classic will take place this Saturday, April 6, 2026.

The players

Shane Pendergrass

A top-100 national recruit from Upper Marlboro, Maryland, who is headed to play basketball at George Mason University. Pendergrass has already been named a two-time National Prep All-America pick.

George Mason University

The college that Shane Pendergrass will be attending to play basketball after high school.

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What’s next

The Capital Classic will provide Pendergrass with a high-profile platform to showcase his skills in front of college coaches and NBA scouts, which could lead to additional recruitment opportunities and exposure as he prepares to begin his college basketball career at George Mason University.

The takeaway

Shane Pendergrass' participation in the prestigious Capital Classic highlights the strength of the local basketball scene in Upper Marlboro and the surrounding region, and provides him with a valuable opportunity to showcase his talents on a national stage as he embarks on his college basketball career.