The University of Mount Union men’s basketball roster continues to shift as senior forward
announced on March 25, 2026, that he will enter the NCAA transfer portal as a graduate transfer.
The 6-foot-7 Akron native and Copley High School product will seek a new home for his final year of eligibility after a solid campaign with the Purple Raiders.
Season in Review
Laurich was a steady presence in the Mount Union lineup during the 2025-26 season, starting in 26 of the team’s 27 games. He provided essential frontcourt depth and defensive length, contributing:
- 6.0 Points per game
- 5.7 Rebounds per game
- 16 Blocks (third-highest on the team)
Laurich’s journey to Alliance began in 2023 when he transferred from Ohio Dominican. Although an injury sidelined him for the majority of the 2024-25 season, he bounced back to become a reliable starter for head coach Mike Fuline this year. His career highlight at Mount Union remains a dominant performance against Ohio Northern in early 2024, where he posted a career-high 18 points.