Last week was a fun one in N.J. boys cross-country.

Conference and county champions across the state were crowned, and for some teams, that’s the biggest goal of the season.

Other teams, particularly the state’s most premier teams, see these competitions as the perfect springboard for a big postseason push. With the Meet of Champions looming on Nov. 15, everyone wants to start peaking right about now.

Which teams found the most success at their county or conference championship meets and earned a boost in the state rankings? Check out our lists below.

Girls cross-country Top 20s, Oct. 27

Boys cross-country Top 20s, Oct. 27

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