Every month we will feature a fighter and give the public a chance to know him or her. This fighter does not have to have fought in one of our shows. He or She may be an amateur or professional from anywhere in the world. If you know of a fighter who would be interested in spreading their name, or are one, send contact info to promoter@stepupfc.com.
This Month's featured fighter is Philip Hoban an independant Pro fighter from England. ..........

SUFC:First tell us a little about yourself.

Philip Hoban:I love martial arts, and i love taking part in them. As a child bruce lee and my dad were my heros. I always wanted to be like bruce lee and always wanted to be like my dad.Ive got two children and one on the way due in june which i am so looking forward to. I love being a dad and hope one day my sons follow in my footsteps. I enjoy films and my wife to be and the thought of one day being a champion of the world which i am now pursuing. I do believe will achieve my dream.

SUFC:What got you into the sport of Mixed Martial Arts?

Philip Hoban:Bruce lee and one day i was just sat watching telly and it came on and i instantly knew i could do cage fighting as i have fought all my life to survive.

SUFC:Tell us about your Martial Arts background.

Philip Hoban:Im brazilian jujitsu, ive also trained in thai boxing, kick boxing, and valetudo i think thats how its spelt. And lots of street fighting not to my choice of course, but when trouble comes to me i have to deal with it.

SUFC:What is the most challenging part of the sport for you?

Philip Hoban:Preparing for a fight, dieting, and not spending as much time with my girlfriend as i would like to.

SUFC:What is your current record?

Philip Hoban:Semi-pro 2 wins 1 loss (No striking to the head)
   pro- 2 wins 0 loss

SUFC:When is your next fight.

Philip Hoban:28th february 2009

SUFC:What are your goals as far as MMA go?

Philip Hoban:To be a world champion

SUFC:Is there anyone who you would like to fight if you could?

Philip Hoban:Tito ortiz, because he is my idol, he is one of the best fighters and to fight someone like him would be amazing.

SUFC:How is MMA doing over there?

Philip Hoban:Its becoming a really big sport.And its just getting bigger.

SUFC:Do you think it will gain the popularity that is has in the United States or Japan?

Philip Hoban:I do hope so but america always does things bigger, but one day i hope its just as big as America as i truely love the sport.

Click below to read our past featured fighter interviews:

Patrick Long

Mike Jaber