She said head coach Eric Hayes had really pushed the players hard at training this week - instilling a real belief they could still make finals.

Rush sits six places and two wins outside a play-offs berth, but there is plenty of time to turn that around.

Cracknell said there was hype around the group and there had been a lift in energy

She has also noticed a difference in Hayes' approach.

She said everyone had changed their mood, including Hayes, who she described as 'hyper".

"We're all eager to get on the court and itching to get some more wins."

Cracknell said tasting victory had become infectious and there was an eagerness to get more wins.

It has been a rocky road for the Selkirk Rush, with six straight losses putting it under the pump.

However, a breakthrough win over Melbourne Tigers on Sunday has the potential to be the springboard to a change in fortunes.

Rush is aiming to keep its winning form going against seventh-placed Nunawading in front of a home crowd on Saturday and Diamond Valley on the road on Sunday.

While Diamond Valley is winless in 10 games, Cracknell said Rush would not be taking the Eagles lightly.

"We'll be treating that game like any other."

She believes second efforts would be a key to landing a weekend double.

Cracknell is also excited about the arrival of mid-season signing Jasmine Simmons.

She said Simmons had made an immediate impact.

"She made a massive difference (in Sunday's win). Her ball handling is insane. She's so quick. She's slotted in so well.

"She'll be a very good asset for the rest of the season. That's for sure," Cracknell said.