Three Athletes Shortlisted for Young Athlete of the Year Prize
Announced just moments ago
English soccer star Michelle Agyemang, darts sensation Luke Littler and batswoman Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the 2025 Young Sports Personality of the Year award.
The trio have been recognised for their exceptional 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 surged to prominence with a record-breaking innings.
Littler claimed this honour in 2024 after his sensational debut year.
The three contenders were announced live on a national radio breakfast show.
The champion will be unveiled on the annual sports awards show on the 18th of December.
The event will be televised from 19:00 GMT.
Agyemang's Profile
Age: 19 Sport: Football
A mere three months after her international debut, Agyemang played a dramatic and decisive role in England's run to Euro 2025 glory.
She entered the fray to score crucial late equalisers in both the knockout stage games.
Her incredible contributions led to her being named the tournament's top young talent.
Afterwards, she was awarded the Golden Girl trophy 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 playing for Brighton on loan from Arsenal, suffered an ACL injury in October.
"Being nominated for Young Sports Personality of the Year is an honour," said Agyemang. "Thank you to God and I'm appreciative of the support I've received from my loved ones, mentors, colleagues and supporters."
The Darts Prodigy
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
The year started for Littler in sensational style as - at just 17 years old - he became the youngest darts world champion in history.
He secured a dominant victory 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 climbed to world number one for the maiden occasion.
At 18, he is the youngest man to do so, smashing the previous record.
"Being nominated for Young Sports Personality of the Year is a huge privilege," stated Littler. "My victory in 2024 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 most exciting young talents and rose to fame with an extraordinary and record-breaking innings in August.
Her brilliant 42-ball century in The Hundred is the fastest by an English woman in T20s.
It also stands as the shared third-fastest women's T20 century in a premier tournament.
Perrin ended up as runner-up in the season's run tally and was named the Professional Cricketers' Association's top young women's player.
"I'm incredibly grateful to be shortlisted for the Young Sports Star award," expressed Perrin. "It's a very special feeling. I hope it motivates more girls to get into cricket."
