Kendal Grey Praises Shawn Spears as a Coach: ‘I Would Love to One Day Have My Brain Work Like His’

Kendal Grey has been vocal about the influence Shawn Spears has had on her development, and during a recent appearance on Off The Ropes, she once again sang the WWE NXT wrestler and coach’s praises.

Grey made clear just how highly she regards Spears when it comes to his wrestling mind, saying, “He is so smart about literally everything,” before adding, “I would love to one day have my brain work like his.” It’s not the first time she has spoken about how valuable Spears has been to her — the sentiment is something she has expressed on multiple occasions, underlining a consistent admiration for his coaching approach.

Spears, a veteran of WWE, AEW, and the broader independent scene, transitioned into a coaching role within WWE NXT in recent years, drawing on decades of in-ring experience and a reputation for sharp tactical thinking. That expertise appears to be resonating with younger talent like Grey, who is still building her career and clearly sees Spears as a significant resource in that journey.

For Grey, the endorsement is more than a polite compliment — it speaks to the kind of mentorship that can shape a career in its early stages. If she continues to absorb what Spears is teaching, the investment seems to be going both ways.