Coaching
After retiring from playing Blackmore remained involved with the Warriors, and was often seen running out water to the team during matches.
In 2006 Blackmore accepted a role as head coach of the Otahuhu Leopards in the Auckland Rugby League competition. He held this position until the end of 2010, leading the team to a Fox Memorial grand final victory over the Mt Albert Lions.
In 2008 Blackmore joined the New Zealand Māori team as assistant coach. He was co-coach in 2010 along with Mark Horo.
In 2011 Blackmore was appointed as head coach of the Auckland Vulcans in the NSW Cup and coached the team to the Grand Final.
In 2012 he was to be appointed coach of the Leigh Centurions, however visa concerns meant he was instead appointed as the club's Business Development Manager, starting his position in April 2012.
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