BET Awards 2025: Check out complete List of Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year Winners

The 2025 BET Awards kicked off with a bang as Kevin Hart returned to host, bringing his usual charm and sharp humor. He wasted no time stirring the crowd with jokes that touched on everything from music to celebrity drama.

But beyond the laughs, the night was a vibrant salute to Black excellence, packed with energy, emotion, and iconic performances.The event was labeled as "Culture’s Biggest Night," and it has celebrated influence. The spotlight wasn’t only on music stars, actors, or celebrities in the showbiz as the annual event also acknowledged sports icons across different games. NBA stars and legends like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Anthony Edwards were among the nominees for Sportsman of the Year. On the women’s side, WNBA talents Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson, and Juju Watkins stood tall in the Sportswoman of the Year race. The full list of winners in the sports category showed just how sports and culture are connected at the BET Awards.

Complete list of 2025 Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year winners

Sportswoman of the Year Award

Sportswoman of the Year Winner – Angel Reese (Basketball)

Sportsman of the Year Award

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