Sports briefs

COLLEGE BASKETBALL

UConn men's program charged

The NCAA has accused the storied men's basketball program at the University of Connecticut of eight major rules violations, saying coach Jim Calhoun didn't do enough to monitor his assistants. The school released its notice of allegation letter Friday following a 15-month investigation into the recruiting of former player Nate Miles. The alleged violations include improper phone calls and text messages to recruits, giving recruits improper benefits and improperly distributing free tickets to high school coaches and others. Calhoun was cited for failing to promote an atmosphere of compliance.

GOLF

Phil misses cut, shot at No. 1

Phil Mickelson would have overtaken Tiger Woods for the No. 1 spot in the world ranking with a win at Colonial this week. Lefty instead missed the cut Friday at 4 over par despite two days of ideal scoring conditions. Bryce Molder shot a career-best 8-under 62 and leads after two rounds at 13 under.

Couples leads Senior PGA

Fred Couples took the lead in the Senior PGA Championship at the Colorado Golf Club, shooting a 4-under 68, putting him at 7 under after 36 holes. Tom Kite is a stroke back after a 69. Tom Lehman (71) is two strokes behind. Deepdale Golf Club pro Darrell Kestner did not make the cut.

NFL

Seattle waives RB White

The Seahawks have waived running back LenDale White just weeks after the trade that brought him to Seattle from Tennessee. General manager John Schneider said that "it became apparent at this time that LenDale was not ready to be a member of the Seattle Seahawks." NFL Network, citing unnamed sources, reported that White was "likely" facing a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's drug policy. "We have not announced any such suspension," league spokesman Greg Aiello said.WOMEN'S LACROSSENorthwestern, Maryland win

Northwestern is seeking its sixth consecutive NCAA women's lacrosse title after defeating North Carolina, 15-10, in Towson, Md. The second-seeded Wildcats (20-1) will face top-seeded Maryland (21-1) on Sunday for the national championship. The Terrapins advanced with a 14-5 win over Syracuse.

WNBALiberty beats San Antonio

Cappie Pondexter scored 21 points as the Liberty (2-2) never trailed in their 77-71 victory over the host San Antonio Silver Stars. - AP