At Groningen, he earned himself a place in the starting line-up as central defender, playing 20 games in Eredivisie, often partnering with Gibril Sankoh or Arnold Kruiswijk.

In the season of 05/06, Luirink helped Groningen surprisingly achieve a fifth place and in the following play-offs UEFA cup football.

On 14 August 2009 left AZ Alkmaar to play on loan for RKC Waalwijk, his contract ran over one year.

On 21 June 2011, Luirink moved from AZ to the Eerste Divisie side Sparta Rotterdam, signing a two-year contract.

After he lost prospect of playing in the first eleven, Luirink made a transfer to FC Volendam as a free agent.