Used in the middle blocker position, Leandra Olinga Andela has reached senior international level for France Women’s National Volleyball Team. She was born on August 12, 1997 and is listed at 187 cm. Olinga Andela was part of France’s middle-blocker group at EuroVolley 2026 and was listed with Mulhouse for the 2026–27 club season.
The middle position depends on repeated short, explosive actions: a read at the net, a lateral move to seal a block, then an immediate transition into a quick attack. Height matters, but timing and positioning remain central to the assignment. For Leandra Olinga Andela, the listed height of 187 cm is relevant context for a role that spends much of its front-row work at the net.
Competing in a senior national-team environment means working within a shorter preparation cycle and a deeper selection pool than most club seasons. Her presence in the 2026 national-team picture adds another dated marker to an already experienced senior career. The 2026 campaign with France Women’s National Volleyball Team is therefore a meaningful milestone in her senior career. For Leandra Olinga Andela, that national-team record sits alongside the longer club career rather than replacing it. Senior international volleyball also tests how quickly players can connect with teammates who spend most of the year in other clubs, making communication and role clarity important across every position.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Leandra Olinga Andela |
| Date of Birth | August 12, 1997 |
| Nationality | French |
| Position | Middle Blocker |
| Height | 187 cm |
| National Team | France Women’s National Volleyball Team |
| Career Status | Active |
