Three In Contention for Young Athlete of the Year Honour
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Lionesses forward Michelle Agyemang, darts prodigy Luke Littler and cricket star Davina Perrin have been named as finalists for the 2025 Young Sports Star of the Year award.
These three athletes have been recognised for their remarkable achievements over the last year.
Agyemang helped the Lionesses secure Euro 2025, Littler claimed the world title for the very first time, and Perrin burst onto the scene with a unprecedented innings.
Littler won the award in 2024 after his remarkable rise.
The finalists were announced live on a popular morning radio program.
This year's winner will be revealed live on the prestigious sports ceremony show on Thursday, 18 December.
The ceremony will be aired from 19:00 GMT.
The Football Star
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 crucial late equalisers in both the knockout stage games.
These match-saving moments led to her being named the best young player at the Euros.
Later in the year, she was awarded the prestigious Golden Girl honour for the best young player in Europe.
She was also shortlisted for the Kopa Trophy for the planet's top young female footballer.
Agyemang, who has been playing for Brighton on loan from Arsenal, ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament in October.
"To be named a finalist for this honour is incredible," said Agyemang. "I thank God and I'm thankful for the support I've received from my loved ones, mentors, colleagues and supporters."
Littler's Profile
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
Littler kicked off the year in incredible form as - at just 17 years old - 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 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 very first time.
At 18, he is the youngest man to do so, shattering the previous record.
"Earning a spot on the shortlist for the honour once more is a huge privilege," 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."
Davina Perrin
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's brightest emerging stars and burst into the spotlight with an remarkable and historic 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 equal third-quickest women's T20 century in a premier tournament.
Perrin came in second place in the run-scoring charts and was named the Professional Cricketers' Association's top young women's player.
"I'm incredibly grateful to be nominated for the young athlete award," expressed Perrin. "It's a very special feeling. I hope it inspires more girls to get into cricket."
