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Robertlandy Simón, an Unstoppable Warrior

From Granma · (1d ago) Spanish Positive tone

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • At 38, Cuban volleyball player Robertlandy Simón is demonstrating exceptional skill in blocking during the Italian Superliga semifinals, defying the typical age range for top players in his position.
  • Simón leads his team, Piacenza, in offensive contributions and ranks highly in blocking, showcasing his enduring prowess and experience.
  • Despite his age, Simón is preparing for upcoming international competitions for Cuba, including the Volleyball Nations League and the Central American and Caribbean Games, following the conclusion of his demanding Italian season.

Even at 38, Cuban volleyball stalwart Robertlandy Simón continues to defy expectations, delivering a masterclass in the art of the block during the Italian Superliga semifinals. While many elite players in his position are in their twenties, Simón, a towering presence at 2.08 meters, remains a dominant force for his team, Piacenza. His performance, marked by significant offensive contributions and a high ranking in blocking, is a testament to his enduring skill and dedication to the sport.

Robertlandy Simón, at 38 years of age, is offering a master class in the most difficult action in volleyball: the block.

— Article AuthorHighlights Simón's exceptional performance at an advanced age.

Simón's veteran status is not merely a number; it represents decades of experience and refined technique. His ability to consistently perform at such a high level speaks volumes about his commitment and the value of experience in volleyball. The article highlights that mastery in positions like Simón's often requires significant time and dedication, a principle he embodies with every powerful block and strategic play.

We check that the animating centers of the event fluctuate between 20 and 30 years of age, although in the match that his team Piacenza lost by 3-0... the veteran Antillean led the offense of his team, with 14 annotations, and ranks ninth in the art of raising a wall against rival attackers and turning it into a point in his favor.

— Article AuthorDetails Simón's performance statistics and contrasts his age with other players.

As the demanding Italian season draws to a close, Simón, along with his compatriot José Miguel Gutiérrez, faces a swift transition back to representing Cuba. They are set to undergo medical examinations in Cuba before gearing up for international duty, including the Volleyball Nations League and the Central American and Caribbean Games. Simón's continued presence and performance on the international stage are crucial for the Cuban national team, carrying forward a legacy of success that began with Cuba's bronze medal at the 1978 World Championship.

It ratifies that, to stand out in that position, a lot of time is required, until mastery is achieved.

— Article AuthorComments on the experience needed for success in volleyball blocking.
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Originally published by Granma in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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