10 takeaways and under-the-radar N.J. cross-country storylines from Week 4

Week 4 of the 2025 cross-country season proved to be a week filled with statements.

From top teams going out-of-state to win competitions, to individual runners stepping up in the absence of others, it was a stretch of days that showed just how much depth and grit some of the top teams in the state have.

Below, we’ve analyzed and provided takeaways from last week’s biggest performances, along with some underrated storylines you may have missed.