Mike Kinney, also known by his stage name "Cowboy" Gator Magraw, is a multifaceted individual born on March 16, 1982, with a remarkable background in acting, public speaking, and professional wrestling.
Residing in Minnesota with his family, Mike has achieved academic success by earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from Minnesota State University - Mankato and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix. Additionally, he is a veteran of the Army National Guard, demonstrating his dedication to serving his country.
Mike's professional journey began in 1998, and he further honed his skills at the Midwest Pro Wrestling Training Academy in 2002 under the guidance of Terry Klinger, Dan Schaffner, and Arik Cannon. He later attended an advanced training camp with renowned professionals Harley Race, Ricky Steamboat, and Les Thatcher.
Throughout his wrestling career, Mike achieved numerous notable accomplishments, including an appearance on WWE programming in 2005 and touring with the Insane Clown Posse rap group and their wrestling promotion in 2007. He wrestled hundreds of matches across North America on the independent wrestling circuit until his retirement in 2007.
Mike's impact extended beyond the wrestling ring, as he delivered a viral TED Talk in 2017, sharing his experiences as a professional wrestler and the valuable lessons he learned about himself during that time.
