Three In Contention for Young Sports Star Prize
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England footballer Michelle Agyemang, darts player Luke Littler and cricketer 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 outstanding achievements over the previous year.
Agyemang was instrumental as the Lionesses secure Euro 2025, Littler claimed the world title for the maiden time, and Perrin rose to fame with a record-breaking innings.
Littler claimed this honour in 2024 after his sensational debut year.
The three contenders were announced live on a widely-listened-to radio show.
The 2025 recipient will be revealed live on the annual sports awards show on December 18th.
The event will be aired from seven in the evening GMT.
Agyemang's Profile
Age: 19 Sport: Football
Just three months after her international debut, Agyemang played a crucial and game-changing role in England's run to European Championship victory.
She came off the bench to score key tying goals in both the last eight and last four matches.
Agyemang's stunning interventions led to her being named the best young player at the Euros.
Later in the year, she was awarded the Golden Girl award for the top young European talent.
She was also in contention for the Kopa Trophy for the world's best under-21 female player.
Agyemang, who has been at Brighton in a temporary move from Arsenal, sustained a serious knee injury in October.
"To be named a finalist for Young Sports Personality of the Year 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 - aged 17 - he became the youngest darts world champion in history.
He secured a dominant victory over Michael van Gerwen in the final.
His subsequent victory at the World Matchplay made him only the fifth competitor to complete the prestigious three major tournament wins.
He didn't stop there - his win in November's Grand Slam of Darts meant he reached world number one for the very first time.
At 18, he is the youngest man to do so, shattering the previous record.
"Earning a spot on the shortlist for Young Sports Personality of the Year is a big honour," stated Littler. "Last year's win was a highlight for me and I've had another amazing 12 months. I want to continue elevating darts."
The Cricket Sensation
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's top prospects and surged to prominence with an unbelievable and unprecedented innings in August.
Her sublime 42-ball century in The Hundred is the speediest century from an England batswoman 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 PCA Women's Young Player of the Year.
"I'm deeply humbled to be nominated for the Young Sports Star award," expressed Perrin. "It's a very special feeling. I hope it encourages more young women to get into cricket."
