Rushing spurs Hornets in 4th quarter of rivalry game

Yulee High School Sophomore Jayden Timmon evades several Pirates on a carry that ended in a touchdown for the Hornets. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader
Yulee High School Sophomore Jayden Timmon evades several Pirates on a carry that ended in a touchdown for the Hornets. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Yulee Hornets (3-0) overcame a spirited outing from the Fernandina Beach Pirates (1-3) on Friday to win 39-19 in the latest iteration of the Battle of the Bridge.

The Hornets rushed for more than 5…