PREP FOOTBALL: Lafayette holds off Branford to keep Helmet

Lafayette running back Zamarion Hawkins scores a touchdown against Branford on the Hornets’ first possession Friday night. (JACK HOWDESHELL/Lake City Reporter)
Lafayette running back Zamarion Hawkins scores a touchdown against Branford on the Hornets’ first possession Friday night. (JACK HOWDESHELL/Lake City Reporter)

MAYO — The Helmet will remain in Mayo.

Lafayette held off rival Branford for a 21-16 win Friday night at Dale Walker Field to keep possession of The Helmet for the 17th straight year. It was the Hornet…