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Virginia Squires (sports figure)

Virginia Squires was an American professional basketball player who played in the American Basketball Association (ABA) during the early 1970s. Known for his agility and scoring ability, he contributed to the Squires as a forward and guard. The team, based in Virginia, was part of the ABA before the league merged with the NBA. Squires' career is notable for his role in the growth of professional basketball in the U.S., especially during the ABA's innovative years. His playing style and contributions helped popularize the sport during a dynamic period of basketball history.