Prairie View High School honors special student as Courtwarming King

LACYGNE, KS (KCTV) -

An area teen with muscular dystrophy got the surprise of a lifetime when his classmates thanked him in a big way for always being the smile in the room and for not letting his disease stand in the way of encouraging others.

The event happened just before the Prairie View High School boys' basketball team played its homecoming game. They ended up losing, but the team, fans and a very special boy walked away with an experience they'll never forget.

Clayton Holland is the type of guy that gets everyone around him in a good mood. He might be a little slower to get around, but he'll be the first to greet you.

"He's just a great person, great friend, classmate, always says hi to you, always has a smile on his face," classmate Luke Miller said.

Claytondoesn't let muscular dystrophy get in the way of much even showing off his skills and making a 3-point shot while standing backwards when KCTV5 came to visit his school - and doesn't ask for special treatment. But during Prairie View High School's recent Courtwarming, some students had another plan.

Luke was announced as the Courtwarming King. While the queen was crowned, Luke took the microphone and turned over his new title.

"It wasn't too hard a decision," Luke said.

A group of girls walked Clayton to mid court where he was crowned 2013 Courtwarming King.

"I feel like he's more deserving than any of us," Luke said.

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Prairie View High School honors special student as Courtwarming King