Florence Lattimore

“And if you’ve tried to do something good a thousand times, and you’ve failed a thousand times and the people around you are miserable, and you’re at the end of your rope, and you’re losing faith in yourself, you know what we want you to do? Keep trying, keep trying, keep trying.”

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BASICS

Name: Florence Sienna Lattimore

Nicknames: Flo

Date and place of birth: May 5th November 1986 in Kismet Harbor, Oregon.

Gender identity: cis female (she/her)

Sexuality: bisexual

Hometown: Kismet Harbor, Oregon.

Lived in: Kismet Harbor, Oregon; Malibu, California.

Time in Kismet Harbor: back since early 2017.

Residence: Emerald Mist

Faceclaim: Alexandra Daddario

Education: High School Diploma. 

Occupation: former professional tennis player, now coach and activist

Languages: English, basic Spanish.

Police Record: none.

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

MBTI type: Protagonist, ENFJ-A

Enneagram: Five, the Adventurer, wing Seven

PHYSICAL

Height: 1,75m

Hair colour: black

Eye colour: blue

Tattoos: olympic rings intertwined with daffodils. 

Health: Good. Almost blind in her left eye. 

Aesthetic:

FAMILY

Father: Gideon Lattimore

Mother: Rachel Lattimore-Miller (deceased)

Siblings: Leonardo Lattimore (half-brother), Christine Lattimore (half-sister), Morrigan Lattimore, Marian Lattimore, Nathan Lattimore, Judith Lattimore.

Other Relatives: x

Partners: Spouse (2015-present).

Children: Lily Lattimore-Sorley. 

Pets: a pomsky named Maxi.

BIOGRAPHY

Born on May 5th, 1986 in the coastal town of Kismet Harbor, Florence Sienna Lattimore is the fourth sibling in the family and second child of Rachel Lattimore-Miller. Florence’s childhood was marked by a strong sense of community and moral values. Her father's emphasis on kindness, integrity, and resilience shaped Florence into the person she would become. The loss of her mother when she was just eight years old profoundly impacted her but brought the family even closer together. From a young age, Florence showed a natural athleticism and a competitive spirit, which she channelled quite quickly into tennis, with her father and siblings as first coaches and opponents. 

Her passion for tennis really took off when she was just turning nine and she practised any chance she got on the local tennis courts. With determination and talent, by the age of twelve, she was competing in and winning regional tournaments. Her exceptional performance on the junior tennis circuit caught the attention of national coaches, and thanks to her dedication and hard work, and she’ll tell you her family’s support, she transitioned smoothly into the professional tennis world as soon as she could. 

Rather fast, she made a name for herself in the world of tennis. What cemented this was a first Grand Slam win at the age of 19 as she became one of the top-ranked tennis players globally. Her peak moment came in 2012 when she clinched the gold medal in singles at the London Olympics in the U.S Olympic Team, solidifying her legacy. 

Inspired by her upbringing in Kismet Harbor, Florence also made herself known as an environmental activist and launched a sustainable brand focused on eco-friendly sportswear and equipment. Florence also embraced opportunities in the modelling world, using her platform to advocate for body positivity and environmental responsibility.

In 2015, at a charity event, Florence met the person she would end up marrying a few months after getting her second gold medal at the Rio Olympics in 2016. As they decided to have a child, they moved back to Kismet Harbor. Florence got pregnant and in 2017, Lily Lattimore-Sorley was born. 

After all her achievements, Florence decided to give back to the sport by creating the Lattimore Tennis Academy in Kismet Harbor. Welcoming aspiring tennis players from diverse backgrounds, its goal is to provide top-tier training and mentorship. When she wasn’t away on competitions, Florence mentored some of the students herself. 

A few of years later, tragedy struck during a high-stakes match that would forever change Florence’s life. Florence took a severe fall that resulted in a traumatic brain injury and partial loss of vision in one eye. The injury was not only physically debilitating but also emotionally crushing, as it abruptly ended her professional tennis career. Extensive rehabilitation followed, and while Florence worked tirelessly to recover, the impaired vision made it impossible for her to compete at the highest levels of the sport she loved so deeply.

Where: Florence's home.

The early morning sun bathed Florence’s private tennis court in a soft, golden light. The air was crisp, and the faint smell of salt from the nearby ocean lingered, creating a perfect setting for a game. Florence adjusted her visor, looking across the net at her father.

She tightened her grip on the racket. A squint reminded her of the familiar twinge in her eye. The partial loss of vision still frustrated her, but she had learned to adapt, to adjust her stance and angles to compensate. She would never be as good as she used to be, but she was always up for a game, especially against her dad.

"I hope you’ve been practicing, because I’m not going to go easy on you."

Florence was on her way to her sister's house. She always liked that bike ride, from her house to there, so she hadn't been in a hurry. She wasn't going to be late, god no, but she took her time. She'd done a small detour to grab some food, just as she said she would. Well, actually, she said she might cook but clearly that didn't happen.

She stopped in front of the house and set her bike against the wall. She rang and waited to hear steps inside to lift up the bag of food up to her chest, a big smile on her face.

"Hello you!"

The sun was setting over Kismet Harbor, casting a warm glow over one of the tennis courts of the Academy that Florence opened for public use, as long as one signed up. Today, she'd decide to join the few people that signed up. She stood by the edge, watching the last match of the day wrap up. She adjusted her grip on her racket, dreaming of a shower.

Florence turned slightly, nodding in acknowledgment as someone stepped next to her. "Nice evening, isn't it?" she said, her tone casual. "Do you play often?" she asked, a hint of curiosity in her voice.