Trio Shortlisted for Young Athlete of the Year Award
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England footballer Michelle Agyemang, darts player Luke Littler and batswoman Davina Perrin have been named as finalists for the upcoming Young Athlete of the Year award.
The three finalists have been honoured for their remarkable achievements over the previous year.
Agyemang helped the Lionesses claim victory in Euro 2025, Littler claimed the world title for the very first time, and Perrin rose to fame with a record-breaking innings.
Littler won the award in 2024 after his breakthrough year.
The three contenders were announced live on a widely-listened-to radio show.
The champion will be revealed live on the annual sports awards show on the 18th of December.
The event will be televised from seven in the evening GMT.
Michelle Agyemang
Age: 19 Sport: Football
Just three months after her first cap for her country, Agyemang played a pivotal and thrilling role in England's run to Euro 2025 glory.
She came off the bench to score key tying goals in both the last eight and last four matches.
These match-saving moments led to her being named the tournament's top young talent.
Afterwards, she was awarded the Golden Girl trophy for the top young European talent.
She was also shortlisted 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, sustained a serious knee injury in October.
"Being on the shortlist for this award is incredible," said Agyemang. "Thank you to God and I'm appreciative of the support I've received from my family, coaches, team-mates and fans."
Luke Littler
Age: 18 Sport: Darts
Littler kicked off the year in sensational style as - aged 17 - he became the earliest-ever winner in history.
He secured a comprehensive triumph over Michael van Gerwen in the final.
His follow-up triumph at the World Matchplay made him only the fifth player to complete the prestigious triple crown of major titles.
His success continued - 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.
"Being nominated for this award again is a massive accolade," stated Littler. "Last year's win was a highlight for me and I've had another incredible 12 months. I want to continue raising the profile of darts."
Davina Perrin
Age: 19 Sport: Cricket
Perrin is one of English cricket's most exciting young talents and burst into the spotlight with an extraordinary and record-breaking innings in August.
Her magnificent 42-ball century in The Hundred is the quickest ever by an English female in T20s.
It also stands as the equal third-quickest women's T20 century in a premier tournament.
Perrin finished second in the batting rankings and was named the young player of the year by the PCA.
"I'm truly honoured to be named a finalist for the young athlete award," expressed Perrin. "This is phenomenal. I hope it encourages more young females to get into cricket."
