Rhode Island investigates former coach

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. -- Rhode Island is investigating allegations that players received money from former basketball coach Jim Harrick's staff and boosters and had their grades changed.

University spokeswoman Linda Acciardo said last month the school was investigating alleged violations outlined in a lawsuit it settled with former athletic department employee Christine King.

She specified those violations Monday. King also charged that Harrick's son and former Rhode Island assistant Jim Harrick Jr. falsified hotel and meal reports for recruits.

Rhode Island paid King $45,000 in exchange for her dropping her lawsuit. Rhode Island admits no guilt, according to the terms of the settlement.

Acciardo said the university's probe began last month. She said the Harricks are being investigated.

"We'll take any action (against the Harricks) to the extent possible if there's any proof," she said