🔗 Share this article Three Athletes In Contention for Young Sports Star Honour Image caption: The three contenders are in the running for this year's award. Announced 17 minutes ago English soccer star Michelle Agyemang, darts player Luke Littler and batswoman Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the this year's Young Athlete of the Year award. The trio have been recognised for their exceptional achievements over the past 12 months. Agyemang helped the Lionesses win Euro 2025, Littler secured the world title for the very first time, and Perrin surged to prominence with a record-breaking innings. Littler was the recipient in 2024 after his breakthrough year. The three contenders were announced live on a popular morning radio program. The champion will be unveiled on the Sports Personality of the Year show on Thursday, 18 December. The ceremony will be televised from 7 PM GMT. Agyemang's Profile Age: 19 Sport: Football Only 90 days after her first cap for her country, Agyemang played a dramatic and decisive role in England's run to winning the Euros. She entered the fray to score key tying goals in both the last eight and last four matches. Agyemang's stunning interventions led to her being named the best young player at the Euros. Afterwards, she was awarded the Golden Girl trophy 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, suffered an ACL injury in October. "Being nominated for this award is a privilege," said Agyemang. "Thank you to God and I'm grateful for the support I've received from my family, coaches, team-mates and fans." The Darts Prodigy Age: 18 Sport: Darts Littler's 2025 began in spectacular fashion as - while still 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. And he wasn't finished there - his win in November's Grand Slam of Darts meant he ascended to world number one for the maiden occasion. At 18, he is the most youthful player to do so, shattering the previous record. "To receive a nomination for Young Sports Personality of the Year is a big honour," stated Littler. "My victory in 2024 was a proud moment 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 most exciting young talents and surged to prominence with an remarkable and historic 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 joint third-fastest women's T20 century in a major league or full member T20 international. Perrin finished second in the season's run tally and was named PCA Women's Young Player of the Year. "I'm incredibly grateful to be shortlisted for the young athlete award," expressed Perrin. "This is phenomenal. I hope it encourages more young females to get into cricket." Video description: Historic winner's addresses from across the ceremony's legacy.