Three Athletes Shortlisted for Young Sports Personality Prize
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Lionesses forward Michelle Agyemang, darts sensation Luke Littler and cricketer Davina Perrin have been named as finalists for the this year's Young Sports Star of the Year award.
The trio have been celebrated for their exceptional achievements over the previous year.
Agyemang played a key role in helping the Lionesses secure Euro 2025, Littler secured the world title for the first time, and Perrin rose to fame with a historic innings.
Littler was the recipient in 2024 after his remarkable rise.
The shortlisted athletes were unveiled on a widely-listened-to radio show.
The 2025 recipient will be announced during a live broadcast on the prestigious sports ceremony show on the 18th of December.
The event will be televised from 19:00 GMT.
The Football Star
Age: 19 Sport: Football
Only 90 days after her senior team debut, Agyemang played a pivotal and thrilling role in England's run to European Championship victory.
She was introduced as a substitute to score key tying goals in both the last eight and last four matches.
Her incredible contributions led to her being named the tournament's top young talent.
Later in the year, she was awarded the prestigious Golden Girl honour for the finest emerging star on the continent.
She was also shortlisted for the Kopa Trophy for the planet's top young female footballer.
Agyemang, who has been on loan at Brighton from Arsenal, suffered an ACL injury in October.
"To be named a finalist for Young Sports Personality of the Year is an honour," said Agyemang. "Thank you to God and I'm thankful for the support I've received from my family, coaches, team-mates and fans."
The Darts Prodigy
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
Littler kicked off the year in sensational style as - at just 17 years old - he became the most youthful world title winner in history.
He secured a commanding win over Michael van Gerwen in the final.
His later win at the World Matchplay made him only the fifth individual to complete the prestigious PDC Triple Crown.
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 youngest man to do so, breaking the previous record.
"To receive a nomination for this award again is a massive accolade," stated Littler. "My victory in 2024 was a highlight for me and I've had another incredible 12 months. I want to continue elevating darts."
Perrin's Profile
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's top prospects and burst into the spotlight with an extraordinary and record-breaking innings in August.
Her magnificent 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 came in second place in the batting rankings and was named the young player of the year by the PCA.
"I'm incredibly grateful to be named a finalist for the Young Sports Personality of the Year award," expressed Perrin. "This is phenomenal. I hope it encourages more young females to get into cricket."
