In some small part i think new players have to know that most of this community is experienced and is very helpful to new and old players. You just have to keep asking your question(s) on the right communication channels as most during prime-time go ignored, overlooked or get a negative/sarcastic responce from a squeeker or someone just having a bad day.
Start small instead of global when looking for input or answers. Send a congradulatory message to a player you had a good fight with (win or loose), if the other person responds positively, then politely pry for more feedback on your performance in the fight, where/if your opponent thinks you could use some improvement, etc.. Become familiar with the active members of the training corps, look and see if any of them are online and send them a polite message asking for help/input.
On the subject though of the AH Trainers though, when was the last "Basic ACM Clinic" put on? Is there one comming up soon (I always like to make them when I can)?