Laurinec was one of the most successful players at UM-Dearborn in the team's time as a club sport. He competed for the Wolverines from 2006-10, earning CCLA All-Conference accolades in 2007. He was also named the UM-Dearborn Player of the Year in 2006 and 2008, while serving as a team captain from 2008-10.

Prior to joining the staff at UM-Dearborn, Laurinec was an assistant coach with the Troy Athens boys varsity lacrosse team from 2010-16. He played in his high school lacrosse at Troy Athens, where he was named to the All-State First Team in 2006.

Laurinec is currently a producer and on air talent for The Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 WDVD Radio in Detroit. He also does color commentary for UM-Dearborn basketball and hockey games.