For the athletes at Miller Place High School, wrestling is more than just a winter sport. For the Panthers, wrestling is a proving ground. The mat is where discipline is tested, confidence is built, and progress is earned one practice at a time. In this Suffolk County community, the sport has become a steady pillar for student-athletes willing to challenge themselves physically and mentally.
ROOTED IN THE ROOM
Miller Place has become a familiar and respected name within Suffolk County and Long Island wrestling. Competing in Section XI, the Panthers consistently go toe-to-toe with some of the region’s strongest teams. Their dedication has produced standout seasons and tournament performances that reflect both depth throughout the lineup and a belief in the process cultivated by coaches and athletes alike.
What the stats don't fully capture is the heart behind them: wrestlers who show up early, stay late, and drive each other to be better every day. That commitment is what keeps Miller Place competitive year after year, regardless of who’s listed on the roster.
TEAM IDENTITY
What stands out about Miller Place is how the team carries itself. There is a clear sense of collective pride when they compete, whether at home duals or crowded weekend tournaments across Long Island. Teammates warm up together, compete for one another, and celebrate each other’s progress throughout the season.
“Miller Place captured its first New York State Dual Meet Championship last weekend in Syracuse, New York. This accomplishment is the culmination of years of dedication from Coach Kazubski, Coach LoRe, and the Miller Place wrestlers,” said Sean Ohara, Team Sales Representative at RUDIS. “This year's team is full of fierce competitors up and down the lineup, who are gentlemen off the mat. Miller Place wrestling embodies all of what’s best about our sport, and it is an honor for RUDIS to outfit this program. For Miller Place wrestling, it’s a way of life.”
Older wrestlers set the tone for younger athletes, showing what it means to commit to the sport. In turn, new wrestlers bring energy and hunger that keep the room competitive. That cycle helps the program stay energized year after year.
UNIFIED STANDARD
The gear you wear should express the effort you put in to get to this moment. Miller Place’s partnership with RUDIS reflects that belief. Outfitting the team in performance gear designed specifically for wrestlers gives athletes equipment they can trust through the demands of the season.
“Our wrestling team won its first State Dual Meet Championship this year. We just got new RUDIS finals singlets, and we wore them for the first time in the county and state finals,” said Coach Matt Kaszubski. “Not only did they look great, but the wrestlers loved the way they fit and felt while competing on the biggest stage.”
From practice rooms to competition mats, Panther gear represents more than a uniform. It signals belonging to a program that takes pride in preparation and presentation. That alignment with RUDIS supports athletes who want gear built for the realities of the sport.
WRESTLING FORWARD
At Miller Place, wrestling leaves an imprint that lasts beyond a single season. The sport teaches time management, resilience through wins and losses, and how to handle pressure in front of a crowd. Those lessons stay with athletes long after their final match.
With continued community support and a steady stream of wrestlers willing to test themselves, Miller Place remains a program that values growth, effort, and pride in the singlet. Each season adds to a foundation built on work ethic and belief in the process.
