I've worked with a number of new to football from basketball officials over the years as I work as many lower level games as I can each year. I echo what was said: Get your whistle out of your mouth. I'm a LJ and I don't even put it in my mouth at the start of a play. I place it in my upper lip and lower it when the ball is snapped. I've had 1 IVW in my first season and it sucks!
Know your rules and once you know them, learn them again. Very important. Ask a lot of questions.
Lastly, Enjoy it. I've done Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, and now football and I love the football experience and it's the best in my opinion.
