Trio Named as Finalists for Young Athlete of the Year Prize
Announced just moments ago
English soccer star Michelle Agyemang, darts prodigy Luke Littler and batswoman Davina Perrin have been selected as contenders for the upcoming Young Sports Star of the Year award.
The trio have been honoured for their exceptional achievements over the past 12 months.
Agyemang helped the Lionesses win Euro 2025, Littler claimed the world title for the very first time, and Perrin surged to prominence with a record-breaking innings.
Littler claimed this honour in 2024 after his breakthrough year.
The finalists were revealed during a live broadcast on a popular morning radio program.
The champion will be revealed live on the annual sports awards show on Thursday, 18 December.
The ceremony will be televised from 7 PM GMT.
Agyemang's Profile
Age: 19 Sport: Football
Just three months after her senior team debut, Agyemang played a pivotal and thrilling role in England's run to winning the Euros.
She entered the fray to score vital last-gasp goals in both the last eight and last four matches.
These match-saving moments led to her being named the best young player at the Euros.
Subsequently, she was awarded the Golden Girl trophy for the finest emerging star on the continent.
She was also in contention for the Kopa Trophy for the planet's top young female footballer.
Agyemang, who has been at Brighton in a temporary move from Arsenal, sustained a serious knee injury in October.
"Being nominated for this honour is an honour," said Agyemang. "Thank you to God and I'm grateful for the support I've received from my loved ones, mentors, colleagues and supporters."
Luke Littler
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
Littler's 2025 began in incredible form as - aged 17 - he became the youngest darts world champion in history.
He secured a comprehensive triumph over Michael van Gerwen in the final.
His later win at the World Matchplay made him only the fifth competitor to complete the prestigious three major tournament wins.
And he wasn't finished there - his win in November's Grand Slam of Darts meant he reached world number one for the first time.
At 18, he is the most youthful player to do so, shattering the previous record.
"To receive a nomination for the honour once more is a big honour," stated Littler. "Last year's win was a highlight for me and I've had another unbelievable 12 months. I want to continue raising the profile of darts."
Perrin's Profile
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's top prospects and burst into the spotlight with an remarkable and historic innings in August.
Her magnificent 42-ball century in The Hundred is the quickest ever by an English female in T20s.
It also stands as the equal third-quickest women's T20 century in a premier tournament.
Perrin finished second in the season's run tally and was named the Professional Cricketers' Association's top young women's player.
"I'm deeply humbled to be nominated for the Young Sports Personality of the Year award," expressed Perrin. "This is phenomenal. I hope it inspires more young women to get into cricket."
