Prior to the season, it was announced that the Mohawks were to also host the 2004 National Championship—the Founders Cup. The Mohawks opened up the Playoffs against the 8th seed Windsor Fratmen. The upstart Fratmen had barely squeezed past the Wallaceburg Red Devils into the last playoff spot and had stolen a big 8–7 victory from the Division leading Sarnia Pacers to even make the playoffs.
Before the season began, it was announced that the Mohawks would host the 2004 National Championship—the Founders Cup. The Mohawks started their playoff run against the eighth-seeded Windsor Fratmen. The underdogs Fratmen had a surprising journey, barely making the playoffs after defeating the Wallaceburg Red Devils and then shockingly winning a close game against the Division leading Sarnia Pacers.