No. 19: East Aurora (NY)
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Analysis: The East Aurora girls cross country team is set to make a strong comeback in the 2024 season, bolstered by the return of their entire starting top seven from a highly successful 2023 campaign. Last year, the team demonstrated exceptional prowess by finishing third at the NXR New York Regional and clinching the NYSPHSAA State Championship title. Their performance at the state meet was particularly impressive, as they dominated with a remarkably low score of just 22 points, showcasing their depth and collective strength.
A key asset for East Aurora is defending New York State Champion Emilia O'Leary, whose standout performances will be instrumental in driving the team's success. The return of the full starting lineup, combined with O'Leary's leadership and experience, positions the team well for another competitive season. With their proven track record and a strong roster, East Aurora is poised to continue their excellence and contend for top honors both regionally and nationally.
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PRESEASON GIRLS TEAM RANKINGS
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RANK | Team |
|---|---|
| 25 | Champlain Valley Union (Vt.) |
| 24 | Wayzata (Minn.) |
| 23 | Flower Mound (Tex.) |
| 22 | Saratoga Springs (N.Y.) |
| 21 | Timpview (Utah) |
| 20 | Jesuit Portland (Ore.) |
| 19 | East Aurora (N.Y.) |
| 18 | Brentwood (Tenn.) |
| 17 | Lincoln (Ore.) |
| 16 | Downers Grove North (Ill.) |
| 15 | Webb School (Knoxville, Tenn.) |
| 14 | Union Catholic Reg (N.J.) |
| 13 | Barrington (Ill.) |
| 12 | Romeo (Mich.) |
| 11 | Ventura (Calif.) |
| 10 | Lone Peak (Utah) |
| 9 | Bethlehem (N.Y.) |
| 8 | Santiago Corona (Calif.) |
| 7 | Cardinal Gibbons (N.C.) |
| 6 | JSerra Catholic (Calif.) |
| 5 | Trabuco Hills (Calif.) |
| 4 | Niwot (Colo.) |
| 3 | Buchanan (Calif.) |
| 2 | Mountain Vista (Colo.) |
| 1 | Air Academy (Colo.) |