Old Scholars
Once a Blacks boy – always a Blacks boy.
Blackfriars Old Scholars enjoy a continued connection with the school after graduation and are regularly welcomed back for reunions and events. Through the school’s Development Office, the Blackfriars Old Scholars Association endeavours to stay in touch with graduates as they progress through the various stages of their life post school.
On this page you’ll find:
- Upcoming reunions
- Information about the Blackfriars Old Scholars Football Club (BOSFC)
- Information about the Blackfriars Old Scholars Association Football Club (BOSA FC)
- Update your details form
Upcoming Reunions
As at June 2020 the Class of 2010 (10 Year) and Class of 2000 (20 Year) reunions have been postponed due to COVID-19. Dates for the Class of 1990 (30 Year), Class of 1980 (40 Year), 50+ Club (Class of 1969/70 and earlier) and Class of 1963/64/65, as shown below, remain tentative. These dates are under ongoing review subject to official advice from SA Health.
It is anticipated that any reunion postponed in 2020 will be held as a joint celebration with the corresponding landmark year group in 2021 (e.g. Class of 2000/01 | 20 Year Reunion).
Class of 2019 | Summer Reunion
- When: Monday 17 February, 2020
- Time: from 4 pm
- Where: Frassati Hall, Blackfriars
- About: Commences with the Class of 2019 Laureate Assembly at 2pm
- Contacts: Declan Fitch-Woolford (0426 423 825) / Kane Flanagan (0431 714 175) / Jon Harmer (8169 3936)
Class of 2010 | 10 Year Reunion – 2020 EVENT POSTPONED
- When: 2021 TBA
- Time:
- Where:
- Contacts: Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
Class of 2000 | 20 Year Reunion – 2020 EVENT POSTPONED
- When: 2021 TBA
- Time:
- Where:
- Contacts: Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
Class of 1990 | 30 Year Reunion
- When: Friday 28 August, 2020
- Time: from 5:30pm
- Where: St Catharine’s, Blackfriars, then The Wellington Hotel, North Adelaide
- Contacts: Piero Caiazza / Patrick Kelly (0416 173 386) / Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
Class of 1980 | 40 Year Reunion
- When: Friday 23 October, 2020
- Time: from 5:30pm
- Where: St Catharine’s, Blackfriars, then The Wellington Hotel, North Adelaide
- Contacts: Chris Harford / Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
Class of 1969/70 | 50+ Club
- When: Friday 7 August, 2020
- Time: 10am (Mass), 11am (Morning Tea / School Tour), 12:30pm (Lunch)
- Where: Blackfriars then lunch (venue tba)
- Contacts: Henry Szcypiorski (’69) / Tim Delaney (’70) / Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
- About: The 50+ Club Reunion is open to all Blackfriars graduates from 1953 to 1970. The reunion is held in conjunction with the school’s celebration of the Feast of St Dominic.
Class of 1963/64/65
- When: Saturday 17 October, 2020 (TBC)
- Contacts: Paul Varsanyi / Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
Sons of Old Scholars BBQ
- When: Thursday 12 November, 2020
- Time: 1 – 2:30pm
- Where: Blackfriars
- Contact: Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
- About: Open to any Old Scholar who is a current parent (or grandparent) of a boy attending Blackfriars. The SOOS BBQ is held in conjunction with the school’s celebration of the Feast of St Albert the Great.
2020 Christmas Reunion
- When: Sunday 20 December, 2020
- Time: from 3pm
- Where: The Wellington Hotel, North Adelaide
- About: The annual Christmas reunion is an open house for all old scholars and past members of staff
- Contact: Jon Harmer (08 8169 3936)
If you’re interested in finding out more about our reunion program, or to discuss setting up a reunion for your year, please contact Jon Harmer (Development Officer – Old Scholars & Community).
For further information on upcoming reunions, keep an eye on our Events page.
BOSFC
Blackfriars Old Scholars Football Club (BOSFC) entered the South Australian Amateur Football League (SAAFL) in the 2006 season.
Since its inception, BOSFC have enjoyed great success on and off the field. In the club’s inaugural season we won the Division 7 Premiership, and then went ‘back-to-back’ winning the Division 6 Premiership in 2007. In 2014 BOSFC won the Division 6 Premiership, moving us into Division 5.
BOSFC is proud to have developed a strong and inclusive environment, welcoming any player, volunteer or supporter (Old Scholars and non-Old Scholars alike). The club continues to be built on a foundation of generosity, commitment, and local support.
President: Michael Clarke
Phone: 0429 190 990
Website: www.bosfchounds.com
BOSA FC
Blackfriars Old Scholars Association Soccer Club was established in 1998 and has become one of the most respected Saturday Division 1 Amateur League sides in South Australia.
With over 60% of current players being Old Scholars, BOSA FC provides a fantastic opportunity to continue to represent the school, re-connect with past friends, and build lifelong teammates.
BOSA FC is currently fielding four competitive teams in the SAASL, providing an opportunity for players of all levels to continue to enjoy the game after graduating.
Email: info@bosasc.com.au
Website: www.bosasc.com.au
Update Your Details
Jon Harmer
Development Officer – Old Scholars & Community