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England footballer Michelle Agyemang, darts prodigy Luke Littler and batswoman Davina Perrin have been named as finalists for the this year's Young Sports Star of the Year award.

The three finalists have been celebrated for their outstanding achievements over the last year.

Agyemang helped the Lionesses secure Euro 2025, Littler claimed the world title for the first time, and Perrin burst onto the scene with a historic innings.

Littler claimed this honour in 2024 after his sensational debut year.

The three contenders were unveiled on a national radio breakfast show.

The 2025 recipient will be announced during a live broadcast on the prestigious sports ceremony show on Thursday, 18 December.

The show will be televised from 7 PM GMT.

The Football Star

Age: 19 Sport: Football

Only 90 days after her international debut, Agyemang played a crucial and game-changing role in England's run to Euro 2025 glory.

She entered the fray to score key tying goals in both the last eight and last four matches.

These match-saving moments led to her being named Young Player of the Tournament.

Subsequently, she was awarded the prestigious Golden Girl honour for the finest emerging star on the continent.

She was also in contention for the Kopa Trophy for the world's best under-21 female player.

Agyemang, who has been playing for Brighton on loan from Arsenal, suffered an ACL injury 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."

Littler's Profile

Age: 18 Sport: Darts

Littler kicked off the year in spectacular fashion as - while still 17 - he became the most youthful world title winner in history.

He secured a dominant victory over Michael van Gerwen in the final.

His subsequent victory at the World Matchplay made him only the fifth individual to complete the prestigious triple crown of major titles.

And he wasn't finished there - his victory at November's Grand Slam of Darts meant he ascended to world number one for the maiden occasion.

At 18, he is the youngest man to do so, smashing the previous record.

"To receive a nomination for Young Sports Personality of the Year is a huge privilege," stated Littler. "My victory in 2024 was a highlight for me and I've had another unbelievable 12 months. I want to continue promoting darts."

Davina Perrin

Age: 19 Sport: Cricket

Perrin is one of English cricket's brightest emerging stars and surged to prominence with an extraordinary and record-breaking innings in August.

Her sublime 42-ball century in The Hundred is the speediest century from an England batswoman in T20s.

It also stands as the shared third-fastest women's T20 century in a premier tournament.

Perrin ended up as runner-up in the batting rankings and was named the young player of the year by the PCA.

"I'm truly honoured to be nominated for the young athlete award," expressed Perrin. "It's a very special feeling. I hope it encourages more girls to get into cricket."