Listen to those in authority. As they gain your respect, respect their authority. If you don't understand the rules, ask questions until you do. If the rules don't make sense, work at getting the rules changed. Try Hard Following instructions may not be enough.
Some teams win, some lose, even in the same league, playing by the same rules.
Always do the best job you can. Persistence and consistency can make up for shortfalls in other areas. Show Initiative Focus on what needs to be done without putting it off until forced to do it. Seize the day. Nothing every comes to those who wait.