Steve “The Dragon” Claggett was born on June 11, 1989, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Of partial Chinese descent through his maternal grandfather, he discovered boxing at the age of 13 as a constructive outlet during a turbulent period in his teenage life. His commitment quickly became evident through his amateur success: he captured the Alberta Provincial Championship and went on to win the Canadian National Championship in 2007, building a solid foundation before turning professional.
Claggett transitioned to the professional ranks in September 2008, debuting with a majority decision victory over Brandon Carlick in Edmonton. Fighting primarily in Canada, he remained undefeated through his first two years—until a challenging bout in the Philippines led to his first defeat by TKO, despite twice rocking his opponent. Early in his career, Claggett secured the Canadian light-welterweight title and continued to take on rising stars and seasoned fighters, displaying tenacity and grit in bouts such as the closely contested match with Chris van Heerden in Las Vegas.
Over the years, Claggett has built a reputation as a resilient and determined fighter, steadily climbing toward title contention. As of mid-2024, his professional record stands at approximately 39 wins, 8 losses, and 2 draws, with a notable knockout tally (27 KOs), and he has even challenged for the WBO super-lightweight title. His relentless work ethic and willingness to face formidable opponents have established him as a respected figure in the super-lightweight division.