Leeds
Blackmore joined the Leeds Rhinos in 1997, joining the European Super League competition. He played for Leeds at centre, scoring their sole try in the 1998 Super League Grand Final loss to Wigan Warriors. He went on to play 45 first grade games for the club.
In mid-1999 Blackmore suffered a serious leg injury that kept him out for most of the season.
In 2000, while recovering from injury, Blackmore played rugby union for the Leeds Tykes against Sale in Round Four of the Tetley's Bitter Cup.
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