unexpected attention following their Martonmere Cup game against PHC on Tuesday night at BAA field in the form of hospital treatment for chemical burns to their backs.

Both were victims of the lime used for field markings and Warren yesterday appealed to the club for a review of their system of lining the field.

"I don't think they should use it (lime),'' said Warren. "It's like acid. It can get in the eyes and burn them or even cause someone to lose their eyes.

"They should use paint or something...like the rest of the teams.'' Caisey was believed to be the worst for wear, but Warren said that the incident would not prevent either from turning out on Sunday. He was more concerned about a slight ankle twist that was giving him some discomfort.

Meanwhile, BAA club president David Kneisler sympathised with the plight of the players, adding that they (BAA) would be looking at finding another method.

"We're looking at an alternative to lime and will certainly be addressing the issue...I just hope the guys are okay,'' said Kneisler. "Historically we've always used lime.

"It's also a matter of funding, because in the past we have had a number of teams using the pitch and it becomes quite an expensive exercise.'' He noted this to be the first occasion any player has complained of being harmed and it was also put forward that it may have been a case of the lime being at peak strength as the field was freshly marked.

Indeed the packaging used to hold the substance carries a warning about prolonged contact with the skin.

The BFA yesterday announced two sponsorship deals that combined will pay the association $95,000 over the next three years.

Soft drink giant John Barritt and Son pledged $20,000 and will be chief sponsors of the Coca-Cola First Division for three years, while XL Insurance will donate $25,000 per year for a similar period.

The Mini-Minor and Minor Six-A-Side soccer tournament has been postponed until October 9.