Three Named as Finalists for Young Athlete of the Year Prize
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Lionesses forward Michelle Agyemang, darts player Luke Littler and cricket star Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the this year's Young Sports Star of the Year award.
These three athletes have been celebrated for their exceptional achievements over the past 12 months.
Agyemang played a key role in helping the Lionesses claim victory in Euro 2025, Littler won the world title for the very first time, and Perrin surged to prominence with a record-breaking innings.
Littler was the recipient in 2024 after his breakthrough year.
The finalists were announced live on a widely-listened-to radio show.
The 2025 recipient will be unveiled on the annual sports awards show on Thursday, 18 December.
The event will be broadcast from 7 PM GMT.
Michelle Agyemang
Age: 19 Sport: Football
A mere three months after her senior team debut, Agyemang played a pivotal and thrilling role in England's run to European Championship victory.
She entered the fray to score key tying goals in both the last eight and last four matches.
These match-saving moments led to her being named the tournament's top young talent.
Afterwards, she was awarded the Golden Girl award for the best young player in Europe.
She was also shortlisted for the Kopa Trophy for the global standout among U21 women.
Agyemang, who has been on loan at Brighton from Arsenal, sustained a serious knee injury in October.
"To be named a finalist for this award is an honour," said Agyemang. "I thank God and I'm appreciative of the support I've received from my inner circle and supporters."
Luke Littler
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
Littler's 2025 began in incredible form as - at just 17 years old - he became the earliest-ever winner in history.
He secured a commanding win over Michael van Gerwen in the final.
His subsequent victory at the World Matchplay made him only the fifth competitor to complete the prestigious PDC Triple Crown.
His success continued - his victory at November's Grand Slam of Darts meant he reached world number one for the very first time.
At 18, he is the earliest achiever to do so, shattering the previous record.
"Earning a spot on the shortlist for this award again is a massive accolade," stated Littler. "Winning last year was a proud moment for me and I've had another unbelievable 12 months. I want to continue elevating darts."
Davina Perrin
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's most exciting young talents and rose to fame with an remarkable and historic innings in August.
Her sublime 42-ball century in The Hundred is the fastest by an English woman in T20s.
It also stands as the equal third-quickest women's T20 century in a major league or full member T20 international.
Perrin finished second in the season's run tally and was named the young player of the year by the PCA.
"I'm incredibly grateful to be nominated for the young athlete award," expressed Perrin. "It means a great deal. I hope it motivates more young females to get into cricket."
