In the first week, Wilpolt coached the Gladiators to a 61-49 victory against the New York Dragons in his second game as the team's head coach; after their stunning victory over New York, he led his team to a 66-63 victory over the Utah Blaze, then the following week, they defeated the defending National Conference Champion Columbus Destroyers 66-63.
In week 1, Wilpolt coached the Gladiators to a 61-49 victory against the New York Dragons in his first game as the team's head coach. After their stunning victory over New York, Wilpolt led his team to a 66-63 victory over the Utah Blaze. The following week, the Gladiators defeated the defending National Conference Champion Columbus Destroyers 66-63. 
