Before the coronavirus pandemic put the finals series of the third edition of the Super W on hold, Panuara born Hamilton led the Waratahs to the minor premiership.

He efforts at number 8 earned her a place in the rugby.com.au Super W team of the year.

"Hamilton just keeps setting the bar for the Super W competition and Australian women's rugby in general," it said of her selection.

"Handed the NSW captaincy this season, but that didn't slow her down at all. The number 8 finished in the competition's top five for defenders beaten, offloads and carries this season, once again proving her standing as Australia's best player."

The Waratahs posted wins over the Melbourne Rebels (33-3), ACT Brumbies (41-8), Queensland Reds (13-10), RugbyWA (44-0) to earn a direct path to the grand final.

While Hamilton sat out the final round against RugbyWA, her statistics were still impressive. She scored two tries, beat 13 defenders, took 38 carries and made 164 metres.

Fellow Central West product, Narromine's Rebecca Symth, was also named in the team of the year for her efforts with the Brumbies.

They too have qualified for the finals and will meet the Reds to battle for the second spot in the decider should the season resume.

"Smyth was close to the Brumbies' most important player this year, returning to the game after a long break," rugby.com.au said of the talented back-rower.

"One of the Wallaroos pioneers, Smyth made her rugby comeback in 2020 and picked up where she left off.

"Missed one game with a broken nose but was among the best for the Brumbies in every match she played."