From rehabbing a knee to resurrecting a dream — Lattimore Ford is back playing for Mount Si basketball

Once a top class-of-2026 prospect, Ford has a big opportunity over the next few weeks to show he has rediscovered top form

The return of Lattimore Ford from last year’s serious knee injury has been a welcome sight around Mount Si basketball, including fellow senior Brady Hennig, right. (Lauren Smith / VarsityWA)

SNOQUALMIE, Wash. — Last Valentine’s Day, the love of Lattimore Ford’s life broke apart.

In one sweeping sequence, Ford was left helpless and hopeless by himself, wondering if he’d ever be the same.

But 11 months later, that burning love — basketball — has returned stronger and brighter than ever.