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Authentic Virginia Squires Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.

The Virginia Squires were the ABA's regional Commonwealth franchise — a 1970–1976 team that split home games among Hampton, Norfolk, Richmond, and Roanoke and gave the basketball world its first look at Julius Erving and George Gervin before NBA stardom claimed them both. The Royal Retros Squires collection brings them back with throwback jerseys, hats, and tees in the famous red, white, and blue ABA-Squires palette. Free name and number on most styles. Sizes S–5XL.

What You Can Shop

Virginia Squires Jerseys, Hats, T-Shirts, Hoodies and Sweatshirts — ABA-style mesh and twill basketball jerseys, snapback and unstructured Squires caps, soft cotton tees, and pullover hoodies. Free name and number customization on most jerseys. Sizes S–5XL.

Why Royal Retros Is the Home of Virginia Squires Gear

• Officially licensed ABA throwback apparel.
• Free name and number customization on most jerseys.
• Period-correct red, white, and blue Squires colorway and ABA detailing.
• Sizes S–5XL.

Quick Buying Questions

What sizes are available?

Small through 5XL on most styles.

Can I customize?

Yes — most jerseys include free name and number. Custom items are final sale.

Is this officially licensed?

Yes. Royal Retros holds the licensing required to make ABA throwbacks.

How long will my order take?

Stock items ship within a few business days. Custom jerseys typically take 2–3 weeks.

About the Virginia Squires

The Squires were the descendant of the Oakland Oaks/Washington Caps lineage — the ABA franchise that won the 1969 title in Oakland, moved to Washington for one season, then relocated again to Virginia in 1970 with new owner Earl Foreman. They played the regional model that the Carolina Cougars also tried, splitting home games among the Hampton Coliseum, Norfolk Scope, Richmond Coliseum, and Roanoke Civic Center.

The Squires drafted Julius "Dr. J" Erving in 1971 from UMass and watched the rookie average 27.3 points per game and 15.7 rebounds his first year. They drafted George Gervin out of Eastern Michigan in 1972 (he was actually signed mid-season after a college incident). For one impossibly talented stretch, the Squires had Erving, Gervin, Charlie Scott, and Swen Nater on the same roster — four future Hall of Famers and ABA legends. Financial pressure forced the Squires to sell Erving to the Nets in 1973 and Gervin to the Spurs in 1974. By the time the ABA-NBA merger came in 1976, the Squires were broke and were left out of the merger entirely. The franchise dissolved overnight, but the Squires uniforms remain among the most iconic in pro basketball history.

Virginia Squires at Royal Retros — Authentic Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.