🔗 Share this article Trio Named as Finalists for Young Sports Star Prize Image caption: The shortlisted athletes are contenders for this year's award. Published just moments ago England footballer Michelle Agyemang, darts prodigy Luke Littler and cricketer Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the upcoming Young Athlete of the Year award. The three finalists have been honoured for their exceptional achievements over the past 12 months. Agyemang helped the Lionesses claim victory in Euro 2025, Littler secured the world title for the first time, and Perrin burst onto the scene with a unprecedented innings. Littler claimed this honour in 2024 after his sensational debut year. The finalists were unveiled on a popular morning radio program. The champion will be unveiled on the Sports Personality of the Year show on December 18th. The ceremony will be broadcast from seven in the evening GMT. Agyemang's Profile Age: 19 Sport: Football A mere three months after her international debut, Agyemang played a crucial and game-changing role in England's run to Euro 2025 glory. She was introduced as a substitute to score vital last-gasp goals in both the quarter-final and semi-final. Agyemang's stunning interventions led to her being named Young Player of the Tournament. Later in the year, 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 on loan at Brighton from Arsenal, ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament in October. "Being on the shortlist for this honour is incredible," said Agyemang. "I'm grateful to God and I'm appreciative of the support I've received from my inner circle and supporters." The Darts Prodigy Age: 18 Sport: Darts Littler kicked off the year in sensational style as - at just 17 years old - he became the most youthful world title winner in history. He secured a dominant victory 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 victory at November's Grand Slam of Darts meant he climbed to world number one for the first time. At 18, he is the earliest achiever to do so, smashing the previous record. "Being nominated for Young Sports Personality of the Year 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 brightest emerging stars and burst into the spotlight with an unbelievable and unprecedented 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 equal third-quickest women's T20 century in a top-tier competition. Perrin came in second place in the run-scoring charts and was named PCA Women's Young Player of the Year. "I'm incredibly grateful to be nominated for the young athlete award," expressed Perrin. "This is phenomenal. I hope it motivates more young females to get into cricket." Media caption: Memorable speeches from across the ceremony's legacy.