Osvaldo Idel Martínez, Mireya Luis elected

to lead Cuban Volleyball Federation

May 14, 2025.- Osvaldo Idel Martinez Arias and Mireya Luis Hernandez have been elected to lead the Cuban Volleyball Federation (FCV), following General Assembly held in Havana on May 9 to define the sport’s leadership for the 2025-2028 cycle.

Osvaldo Idel Martinez Arias, a long-time coach and sport administrator, was elected President, while Mireya Luis, one of the most celebrated figures in international volleyball, was named Vice President. The session was chaired by Cuban Olympic Committee President Roberto Leon Richards and Minister of Sport Osvaldo Vento Montiller.

Martinez’s connection to volleyball spans more than four decades, starting as a physical education teacher in Camaguey before moving into coaching and national team development. His track record includes guiding youth and school teams, international assignments in Venezuela, and leadership within the FCV, where he most recently served as Secretary General.

The strength of the newly elected Executive Committee lies in shared experience and commitment, as he works alongside Mireya Luis and Yumilka Ruiz, both fellow Olympians and former teammates from Camaguey.

Mireya Luis brings exceptional stature and international influence on the role. She is a three-time consecutive Olympic gold medalist, having led Cuba to titles in 1992, 1996 and 2000. She captained Cuba’s golden generation and remains one of the sport’s most recognizable figures.

She currently serves as Executive Vice President of the FIVB and is a member of its Board of Administration and Executive Committee, playing a central role in global governance and development initiatives.

Yumilka Ruiz, also a former Olympic champion and now the national commissioner, joins the FCV executive as a board member, alongside Ricardo Borroto (Secretary General), Lorenzo Martinez (Treasurer), Jorge Sosa, and Jorge Luis Garcia.

The appointments come at a decisive moment, as Cuba prepares for the men’s VNL, World Championships at multiple age levels, and the Junior Pan American Games in both indoor and beach volleyball. Teams are also expected to compete in the NORCECA Beach Circuit and the Beach Pro Tour.

Before Cuba start their VNL campaign in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, they will play two warm-up matches against Argentina in San Juan.

In compliance with the FIVB Regulations, a detailed verification of the documentation for every National Federation election is conducted by the FIVB.