 In 2001 the Wolves maintained their previous season roster with the addition of Simon Gatti, and Matt Albrecht.Throughout the season, St. Catharines experienced a roller coaster season by barely qualifying for the postseason as they managed to clinch the final playoff berth by three points.In the Open Canada Cup tournament they faced controversy in the semi-finals match against the Ottawa Wizards by using two ineligible players which resulted in their 1-0 victory to be reversed and given to Ottawa.