oh dear we got another woman in the sport... seems the days of 100+ blokes playing with their fingers in a field is gunna be over... 75+ blokes brawling over the 25 women seems to be the future.
As for you reffing its good to get in there and check the players. enjoy the pain and remember if they shoot you too much. 1 for 1 the buggre.
remember to trust your instincts and to learn as much as you can. as for someone to teach you how to play better dont learn off your partner. he'll know all your weaknesses then. take up chris's offer or just ask around for anyone to scrim or whatever when your at nspa.
Anyone can be taught to play paintball. but its the players own individual style that makes a great player.
anyway enough of the advice. take care. make calls and dont be afraid of the paint. Get some body armour or a hoodie.