Trio Named as Finalists for Young Athlete of the Year Prize
Announced recently
England footballer Michelle Agyemang, darts prodigy Luke Littler and cricket star Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the 2025 Young Athlete of the Year award.
The three finalists have been celebrated for their remarkable achievements over the previous year.
Agyemang was instrumental as the Lionesses secure Euro 2025, Littler won the world title for the maiden time, and Perrin surged to prominence with a unprecedented innings.
Littler claimed this honour in 2024 after his sensational debut year.
The finalists were announced live on a popular morning radio program.
The 2025 recipient will be announced during a live broadcast on the Sports Personality of the Year show on December 18th.
The ceremony will be aired from 7 PM GMT.
Agyemang's Profile
Age: 19 Sport: Football
A mere three months after her first cap for her country, Agyemang played a crucial and game-changing role in England's run to winning the Euros.
She came off the bench to score crucial late equalisers in both the knockout stage games.
Her incredible contributions led to her being named Young Player of the Tournament.
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 global standout among U21 women.
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 this honour is an honour," said Agyemang. "I'm grateful to God and I'm grateful for the support I've received from my family, coaches, team-mates and fans."
Littler's Profile
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
The year started for Littler in sensational style as - while still 17 - 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 competitor to complete the prestigious PDC Triple Crown.
He didn't stop 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, smashing the previous record.
"Earning a spot on the shortlist for Young Sports Personality of the Year is a massive accolade," stated Littler. "Last year's win was a proud moment for me and I've had another incredible 12 months. I want to continue raising the profile of darts."
Perrin's Profile
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's top prospects and rose to fame with an remarkable and historic innings in August.
Her sublime 42-ball century in The Hundred is the quickest ever by an English female in T20s.
It also stands as the shared third-fastest women's T20 century in a top-tier competition.
Perrin finished second in the run-scoring charts and was named the Professional Cricketers' Association's top young women's player.
"I'm deeply humbled to be shortlisted for the Young Sports Personality of the Year award," expressed Perrin. "This is phenomenal. I hope it motivates more girls to get into cricket."
