Three Athletes Named as Finalists for Young Sports Star Award
Announced just moments ago
England footballer Michelle Agyemang, darts player Luke Littler and batswoman Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the upcoming Young Sports Star of the Year award.
The trio have been recognised for their exceptional achievements over the previous year.
Agyemang helped the Lionesses win Euro 2025, Littler secured the world title for the very first time, and Perrin surged to prominence with a historic innings.
Littler was the recipient in 2024 after his breakthrough year.
The three contenders were announced live on a widely-listened-to radio show.
This year's winner will be unveiled on the annual sports awards show on December 18th.
The ceremony will be aired from 7 PM GMT.
The Football Star
Age: 19 Sport: Football
A mere three months after her first cap for her country, Agyemang played a dramatic and decisive role in England's run to winning the Euros.
She was introduced as a substitute to score key tying goals in both the quarter-final and semi-final.
Her incredible contributions led to her being named Young Player of the Tournament.
Afterwards, she was awarded the Golden Girl trophy for the top young European talent.
She was also in contention 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 this honour is incredible," said Agyemang. "Thank you to God and I'm thankful for the support I've received from my loved ones, mentors, colleagues and supporters."
The Darts Prodigy
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
Littler's 2025 began in spectacular fashion 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 player to complete the prestigious PDC Triple Crown.
His success continued - his triumph in November's Grand Slam of Darts meant he climbed to world number one for the very first time.
At 18, he is the most youthful player to do so, breaking the previous record.
"Being nominated for Young Sports Personality of the Year is a huge privilege," stated Littler. "Last year's win was a proud moment for me and I've had another incredible 12 months. I want to continue elevating darts."
The Cricket Sensation
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's brightest emerging stars 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 top-tier competition.
Perrin came in second place 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 means a great deal. I hope it inspires more young women to get into cricket."