Career
Ford began his career as an amateur with West Bromwich Albion, before joining Stoke City 1956. He was never able for force his way into the plans of manager Frank Taylor, and made just 14 Second Division appearances in three years at the Victoria Ground. He transferred to Portuguese Vale, along with Harry Oscroft, in exchange Dickie Cunliffe and £2,000 in September 1959.
He was dropped by manager Norman Low in October 1961, and was used as a utility player in the 1961-1962 and 1962-1963 campaigns.
He also scored goals against Southend United, Reading (2), Shrewsbury Town, and Gillingham, taking his tally to six goals in the 1962-1963 season. He was released by manager Freddie Steele in the summer of 1963.
He finished his career in the Cheshire County League with Macclesfield Town (122 appearances 5 goals) and Stafford Rangers. Upon his retirement from playing Ford became manager of Hanley Town, and later the coach of Milton United.