McLaughlin has been associated with the football program since 1992, and joined the coaching staff in 1996. This is his third year as director of football operations. As an undergraduate at Sacred Heart, he was a solid contributor for four seasons, first as a safety and then as a tight end. He was responsible for three interceptions and 30 tackles as a freshman safety in 1992. Mike and his wife, Erica (Clough) '96, reside in Waterbury.