{"product_id":"1974-75-virginia-squires-jersey","title":"1974-75 Virginia Squires Jersey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade-to-order — lead time shown in the customization screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree personalization — name, number, or custom text\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in two jersey styles:\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Stitched:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic stitched numbers and lettering — heavier, more durable, classic on-court look\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplica:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality printed graphics in lightweight, breathable fabric — vibrant and great for everyday wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% Polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll customized jerseys are made to order and final sale — no returns or exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Virginia Squires\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears Active:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970–1976\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norfolk Scope, Old Dominion University Fieldhouse, Richmond Coliseum, Roanoke Civic Center\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Virginia Squires were the result of the Washington Caps moving to Virginia for the 1970 season. The franchise had started in 1967 as the Oakland Oaks, charter members of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aba\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Aba jerseys, hats \u0026amp; throwback apparel | royal retros\" aria-label=\"Aba jerseys, hats \u0026amp; throwback apparel | royal retros\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Rick Barry was the star in Washington and famously appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated in a Squires uniform — but his contract was traded before he ever played a game for Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven without Barry, the Squires fielded three Hall of Fame players: Julius Erving (#32), George Gervin (#21 \u0026amp; 44), and Charlie Scott (#33). The Squires were unique as a state-wide franchise, splitting home games among Norfolk, Hampton, Richmond, and Roanoke. The team struggled financially and after Erving's contract was sold to the New York Nets in 1973 and Gervin's to the San Antonio Spurs in 1974, Virginia eventually folded in 1976 just ahead of the merger with the established league.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVintage-inspired reproduction — not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any team, league, or organization. Used for historical and artistic purposes only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Retros","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Brown","offer_id":45424557555781,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small \/ White","offer_id":45424557621317,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Brown","offer_id":45424557654085,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ White","offer_id":45424557719621,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Brown","offer_id":45424557752389,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ White","offer_id":45424557817925,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Brown","offer_id":45424557850693,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ White","offer_id":45424557916229,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Brown","offer_id":45424557948997,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ White","offer_id":45424558014533,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL \/ Brown","offer_id":45424558047301,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL \/ White","offer_id":45424558112837,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4XL \/ Brown","offer_id":45424558145605,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4XL \/ White","offer_id":45424558211141,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5XL \/ Brown","offer_id":45424558243909,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5XL \/ White","offer_id":45424558309445,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2379\/8161\/files\/virginia-squires-brown-number-5-basketball-front-concept-v1.png?v=1785440179","url":"https:\/\/www.royalretros.com\/products\/1974-75-virginia-squires-jersey","provider":"Royal Retros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}