Latest Ranking

  • FIVB world ranking: #12
  • Ranking points: 243.14
  • Ranking update: 01 May 2026 - 03:46 pm UTC
  • Confederation: North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation

Head Coach

Jesus Cruz

Core Players

  • Marlon Yant - featured core player; profile focus: first-contact pressure, transition scoring and leadership moments.
  • Robertlandy Simon - featured core player; profile focus: wing-side scoring, serve pressure and late-set point production.
  • Miguel Angel Lopez - featured core player; profile focus: tempo control, block-defense connection and middle-lane pressure.
  • Michael Sanchez - featured core player; profile focus: reception stability, transition coverage and rotation balance.

History And Honors

  • Olympic bronze in 1976
  • World Championship silver medals
  • NORCECA title history

Tactical Profile

Cuba is built on raw arm speed and blocking reach. The attack can be spectacular from imperfect situations, and Simon’s presence gives the middle lane rare scoring gravity.

High Moment

The return of high-profile Cuban stars to the national-team picture gave the program a renewed world-stage ceiling.

Cuba Men's National Volleyball Team match and podium photo 1

Cuba Men's National Volleyball Team match and podium photo 2

Cuba Men's National Volleyball Team match and podium photo 3

Editorial Notes

This profile is a first-pass research draft for the current top-20 ranking set. Coach and roster information should be rechecked before major tournament publishing windows because national-team call-ups and staff appointments can change quickly.