The 2001-02 campaign saw Willem II consolidate their position in the Eredivisie, securing a respectable 11th-place finish under the guidance of manager Hans Westerhof. Leading the charge for the Tricolores was the influential midfielder Denny Landzaat, whose career-best haul of 16 goals proved vital in a season built on attacking flair and technical proficiency. This year, which also saw the team reach the Intertoto Cup, remains a memorable chapter in the club's history as it showcased the emerging talent of future Dutch internationals like Landzaat and Joris Mathijsen.