Earps helped England reach the World Cup final in Australia, where he saved a penalty in a 1-0 loss to Spain. Earps follows in the footsteps of Lionesses teammate Beth Mead, who received the prestigious BBC award last year.
On Tuesday, England women’s goalkeeper Mary Earps was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year, beating out cricketer Stuart Broad for second place.
Earps helped England reach the World Cup final in Australia, where he saved a penalty in a 1-0 loss to Spain.
With just four goals allowed, the 30-year-old was voted the tournament’s top goalie and won the Golden Glove trophy.
Manchester United goalkeeper Earps told the crowd, “It’s not been the easiest journey and I wouldn’t be here without my loved ones in my corner, who have been with me through the really not so great times.” “I’ve accomplished more than I ever could have imagined in the last two years; it’s been amazing.”
Earps tracks Beth Mead, a teammate of the Lionesses who took home the coveted BBC prize the previous year.Katarina Johnson-Thompson, the world heptathlon champion, received the third most votes.
