🔗 Share this article Three Named as Finalists for Young Athlete of the Year Prize Photo description: The shortlisted athletes are contenders for this year's award. Announced just moments ago England footballer Michelle Agyemang, darts sensation Luke Littler and cricketer Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the 2025 Young Sports Star of the Year award. The three finalists have been celebrated for their exceptional achievements over the last year. Agyemang played a key role in helping the Lionesses win Euro 2025, Littler secured the world title for the maiden time, and Perrin rose to fame with a unprecedented innings. Littler claimed this honour in 2024 after his remarkable rise. The shortlisted athletes were unveiled on a national radio breakfast show. The champion will be announced during a live broadcast on the prestigious sports ceremony show on December 18th. The show will be televised from 7 PM GMT. Agyemang's Profile Age: 19 Sport: Football Just three months after her first cap for her country, Agyemang played a crucial and game-changing role in England's run to Euro 2025 glory. She was introduced as a substitute to score crucial late equalisers in both the knockout stage games. Her incredible contributions led to her being named the best young player at the Euros. Later in the year, she was awarded the Golden Girl trophy for the best young player in Europe. She was also nominated for the Kopa Trophy for the world's best under-21 female player. Agyemang, who has been at Brighton in a temporary move from Arsenal, suffered an ACL injury in October. "Being on the shortlist for Young Sports Personality of the Year is a privilege," said Agyemang. "I'm grateful to God and I'm appreciative of the support I've received from my inner circle and supporters." Littler's Profile Age: 18 Sport: Darts Littler kicked off the year in incredible form as - aged 17 - he became the earliest-ever winner 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. 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, shattering the previous record. "Being nominated for the honour once more is a massive accolade," stated Littler. "My victory in 2024 was a proud moment for me and I've had another amazing 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 most exciting young talents and burst into the spotlight 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 major league or full member T20 international. Perrin came in second place in the season's run tally and was named the young player of the year by the PCA. "I'm deeply humbled to be named a finalist for the Young Sports Personality of the Year award," expressed Perrin. "It's a very special feeling. I hope it encourages more girls to get into cricket." Video description: Iconic acceptance talks from across the awards' past.