That's the opinion of Blaze coach Regan Tweddle, who was left frustrated by her side's 52-49 loss to Sutherland in the NSW Premier League grand final.

A tough decider was expected at Ken Rosewall Arena, but the challenge was made even harder for the Blaze when centre Bronnee Loy was ruled out in the lead-up due to an Achilles injury.

Sutherland took a six-goal lead into the first break, which they extended to eight by half-time, before pulling away in the third to set up a solid victory.

It was the Blaze's second grand final defeat in the past three years, and a disappointing way to finish their campaign.

"We're very disheartened with what happened, but I want to praise the girls for the commitment and courage they had, and the standard of play they put out all year,'' Tweddle said. ''It wasn't a close representation of what should have happened in a grand final. It's a shame that a lot of things worked against us on the night.

"But I think it puts the fuel in the belly, and makes you want to get out on the court next year and repeat the effort of finishing top of the table; going into the semi-final series then trying to get into the grand final and hopefully go one better."

However, Tweddle said it was too early to predict how the Blaze's under-23s squad would shape up next year.

"It's not really decided yet. There are a number of athletes who are ready for opens, and will push for the Blaze opens, or they may want to trial at other franchises or associations," she said.