Mar. 28—When Erika Bute was called into Bemidji State director of athletics Britt Lauritson's office on Oct. 29, she knew what was imminent. Bute was about to be named the BSU volleyball team's interim head coach. The Beavers started the 2024 season with Kevin Ulmer at the helm. He was hired in 2016 and coached the program for nine seasons. On Sept. 17, Ulmer died after a three-year battle ...