The Blackmore Club

12/09/2026

St Peter's Old Collegians

The Old Scholars' Boat Race

Old Blues and Old Reds are taking the rivalry to the water.

Rowing isn't a new addition to this rivalry. It's the oldest piece of unfinished business.

Since 1893, schoolboy crews have raced for the Blackmore Shield, and the first recorded race between the two schools goes back further still, to 1882. But when those crews became old scholars, the rivalry left the water behind.

Not anymore.

The Blackmore Club and the Prince Alfred Old Collegians' Rowing Club present the Old Scholars' Boat Race: the rivalry's newest yet oldest contest.

📅 Saturday 17 October 2026
📍 Adelaide Rowing Club, River Torrens
🕓 4pm–7pm

🔵 🔴 We need crews.

Individual nominations are open to all old scholars of both schools. Rowed at school? Rowed ten, twenty, thirty, fifty+ years ago? Haven't touched a blade since Year 12? Register your interest anyway. Race categories will be set once nominations land, so the crews shape the day, not the other way around.

Express your interest:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb1Wi5DYDiTv6QQr3x-0Dgmn0fDmg5cw6StQTSSe-LYkj2xw/viewform?usp=send_form

27/05/2026

The Blackmore Club was thrilled to host SPSC Year 12 Rowing students for lunch in the Da Costa Dining Hall today 🔵⚪️

It was a special opportunity for Blackmore Committee members to sit down with these students and share stories from their SPSC Rowing journey. We also discussed some exciting new initiatives…

Each student also received a complimentary Blackmore Club cap!

We look forward to welcoming these students into the Blackmore Club Community 🚣

https://www.blackmoreclub.com.au/registration

15/05/2026

🚨 WE’RE SOLD OUT! 🚨
We are incredibly proud to share that the 2026 Quick Start Rowing Community Lunch has officially reached capacity 🙌

The response from our community has been overwhelming, and we are so grateful for the support shown for this event. It speaks volumes about the strength and connection of our rowing community.

With just one week to go, we can’t wait to bring everyone together for what promises to be a fantastic afternoon.
Missed out this year? Don’t worry — we’ll be back in 2027 with an even bigger capacity for the Quick Start Lunch 👊

Thank you again for your support — see you next week! See less

06/05/2026

Congratulations to old scholar Ren Anderson (DAC 2025) who has been selected in the 2026 SA Oceania Team 🔴🟡🔵

28/04/2026

The St Peter's College Boat Club and the Blackmore Club invites you to the 2026 Quick Start: Rowing Community Lunch.

We encourage Old Scholars, PAST & PRESENT parents and broader members of the SPSC and rowing community to join us for an inspiring lunch featuring James Tomkins OAM, one of Australia’s most respected and successful rowers.

We are also thrilled to have James McRae (Olympic Silver Medallist, Current SPSC Teacher and 7 Head of the River wins as SPSC First VIII Coach), Lucy Stephan (Olympic Gold Medalist and current SPSC First VIII Coach) and Jo Francou (World Champion Rower, Seymour College First VIII Coach and past SPSC rowing parent) joining us on the panel!

The panel will be hosted by Georgina McGuinness (award winning journalist and parent of old scholar and AUS rower Oscar McGuinness.

Date: Friday 22 May 2026
Time: 12.15pm for 12.30pm start. Event concludes at 3.45pm.
Venue: Da Costa Dining Hall
Tickets: $150 includes three course lunch with Richard Hamilton and Leconfield wines.
RSVP: Book your tickets by Friday 15 May 2026.

Use this link:
https://events.humanitix.com/rowing-lunch-2026

We look forward to welcoming you to this event and sharing this special opportunity to connect with fellow members of the rowing community.

22/04/2026

We’re excited to welcome James Tomkins OAM - six-time Olympian, three-time Olympic gold medallist, and member of the legendary Oarsome Foursome as keynote speaker at the 2026 Quick Start Rowing Community Lunch.

Returning to St Peter’s College nearly 30 years after his first visit, Tomkins brings a wealth of experience shaped by elite performance, leadership, and a career at the highest level of international sport. His insights into teamwork, resilience, and excellence promise to inspire both on and off the water.

Join the Blackmore Club and St Peter’s College Boat Club for an unforgettable afternoon in support of Project Quick Start, helping drive the future of rowing at SPSC.

📅 Friday 22 May 2026
📍 Da Costa Dining Hall - St Peter’s College
⏰ 12.15pm arrival | 12.30pm start

Tickets include a three-course lunch with Richard Hamilton and Leconfield wines.

RSVP by 15 May — bookings essential.

https://events.humanitix.com/rowing-lunch-2026

20/04/2026

Can’t wait to follow Angus Dawson (S&A 2018) and Oscar McGuinness (WDK 2017) as they prepare for their World Cup Tour 🟡🟢

St Peter's Old Collegians

📣 New-look squads set for global campaign as Under 23 and Rowseallas Teams announced following a demanding selection period at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith.

The selected athletes will represent Australia across the international season, including the World Rowing Cup series before final teams selected to compete at the 2026 World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam and World Rowing Under 23 Championships.

For full details 👉 https://hubs.li/Q04cHp1L0

Thank you to Hancock Prospecting for more than a decade of support of our Australian athletes in their pursuit of excellence 💚💛

09/04/2026

What a memorable evening at the historic Torrens Boatshed for our Head of the River Eve Drinks on 13 March 🔵⚪️

Set against the river and rich rowing heritage, it was a terrific gathering of members, supporters and friends, and a wonderful way to come together on the eve of such an important event.

The highlight of the evening was recognising the outstanding service of Don Sarah AM, founding President of the Blackmore Club, who has retired from the committee after more than 35 years of dedicated service. Don’s contribution to the Club is nothing short of remarkable. His leadership, commitment and passion have shaped the Blackmore Club in profound ways, leaving a legacy that will be felt for generations to come. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Don for everything he has given to the Club and to the rowing community more broadly.

The event itself was a great success and a true team effort. Sincere thanks to our committee and volunteers whose energy, planning and support brought the evening together so seamlessly. Events like this remind us of the strength of our community and the importance of celebrating both our history and the people who have helped build it.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for such a special night!

St Peter's Old Collegians

24/03/2026

The 2026 Rowing Australia National Championships is underway at Lake Barrington, Tasmania!

Support our current rowers and old scholars competing at this special event!

Live stream:

https://www.youtube.com/live/0u9phKaw65I?si=FnwxE-DJdyjaeVdK

Good luck to all competing 🔵⚪️

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