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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas ( KRIS ) -- It takes confidence and a positive attitude to pump up fans on game day. From cheerleaders to the mascot, everyone plays their role. This year’s King Mustang shows how school spirit helps overcome hidden obstacles.

“He is just like the best teammate and mascot. He’s so sweet," said King junior cheerleader Makaila Johnson. "He’s always making sure we’re hyped. The crowd loves him. The crowd is always hyped when they see him on the sidelines or at practices.”

That’s Sally the Mustang, but the King cheer squad knows him as freshman Anthony Lopez. Becoming the mascot was an opportunity his family inquired about at orientation.

“She allowed Anthony to be part of a great team," said Anthony's father, Carlos Lopez. "We’r

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