Stephen Upchurch began boxing while a student at The University of Georgia. After graduating in 2004 with degrees in Advertising and English, he moved to Atlanta where he discovered Muay Thai. Continuing down the path of combat arts, he began competing regularly. Following a successful first bout, Stephen moved to Thailand to train and fight. Over a year later, he brought his knowledge and experience back to the United States and became a part of the KnuckleUp Team. Since, he has transitioned into Mixed Martial Arts where he continues to find success. Stephen is a Muay Thai/Kickboxing Instructor and is currently the Senior Trainer at KnuckleUp Fitness in Midtown.