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Lionesses forward Michelle Agyemang, darts sensation Luke Littler and cricket star Davina Perrin have been shortlisted for the upcoming Young Sports Star of the Year award.

The three finalists have been recognised for their outstanding achievements over the previous year.

Agyemang played a key role in helping the Lionesses claim victory in Euro 2025, Littler won the world title for the first time, and Perrin burst onto the scene with a record-breaking innings.

Littler was the recipient in 2024 after his breakthrough year.

The finalists were announced live on a widely-listened-to radio show.

The 2025 recipient will be unveiled on the prestigious sports ceremony show on the 18th of December.

The show will be aired from seven in the evening GMT.

The Football Star

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 winning the Euros.

She entered the fray to score key tying goals in both the quarter-final and semi-final.

These match-saving moments led to her being named the tournament's top young talent.

Later in the year, she was awarded the Golden Girl award 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, sustained a serious knee injury in October.

"To be named a finalist for this award is incredible," said Agyemang. "I thank God and I'm grateful for the support I've received from my inner circle and supporters."

Littler's Profile

Age: 18 Sport: Darts

The year started for Littler in sensational style as - aged 17 - he became the earliest-ever winner in history.

He secured a commanding win over Michael van Gerwen in the final.

His subsequent victory at the World Matchplay made him only the fifth competitor 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 climbed to world number one for the maiden occasion.

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

"Being nominated for the honour once more is a huge privilege," stated Littler. "Last year's win was a special memory for me and I've had another unbelievable 12 months. I want to continue raising the profile of darts."

The Cricket Sensation

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 brilliant 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 came in second place in the season's run tally and was named the Professional Cricketers' Association's top young women's player.

"I'm incredibly grateful to be nominated for the Young Sports Star award," expressed Perrin. "It's a very special feeling. I hope it encourages more young women to get into cricket."