In addition to his tutelage, Kelani Jordan shared her excitement at seeing CM Punk officiate the NXT title match between champion Ethan Page and Trick Williams: "And what better way to start it off with Punk being there right in Chicago? 

As for the premiere episode itself, Jordan says she's "pumped" at the opportunity: "I'm pumped, because not only did I get to make history with the Women's North American Championship, but I'm able to be part of history as a company in NXT,' as a brand, moving to CW because it's the first time in history that we're going to go to a broadcast channel. But also it's a chance for us to appeal to an even bigger audience, an even younger audience. And 'NXT' is so diverse in all ways, shapes and forms, and we have so many incredible people. And I think being able to showcase that talent on an even bigger scale is amazing, and I couldn't be happier."