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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. BILL FOSTER
of illinois
in the house of representatives
Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Herbert L. Salberg, Jr., an educator, coach, athletic administrator, and public servant whose dedication to students and athletics strengthened the College of DuPage community and inspired generations across northern Illinois and beyond.
Herbert L. Salberg Jr., was born on August 7, 1936, in Cook County, Illinois. An avid athlete and sports enthusiast from an early age, he devoted his life to teaching, coaching, and mentoring young people. After earning his bachelor's degree in physical education from Northern Illinois University, he returned to his
alma mater, J. Sterling Morton High School in Cicero, Illinois, where he taught physical education and coached football and baseball.
In 1967, Mr. Salberg became a member of the founding faculty of the College of DuPage. During his 25-year career at the College, he served as a professor, coach, athletic director, associate dean of Natural Science, and educational leader. As head coach of the Chaparrals men's ice hockey program, he compiled an outstanding 237-83-9 record and led the team to National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national championships in 1980, 1988, and 1990. Under his leadership, the program earned numerous state titles and established itself as one of the premier junior college hockey programs in the Nation.
Beyond hockey, Mr. Salberg coached the College's golf teams to multiple conference and regional titles, served in leadership roles within the NJCAA, and helped advance the College's athletic programs. As director of athletics from 1979 to 1992, he spearheaded the development of the College's modern athletic facility, a $10.1 million project that remains in use today. In recognition of his influence on the sport, he became widely known as the “godfather of junior ice hockey.”
Following his retirement in 1992, Mr. Salberg continued his lifelong commitment to leadership and service. After relocating to West Melbourne, Florida, he served on the City Council and worked as a performance enhancement coach for Morton International. A man of deep faith, he spent the final years of his life leading a weekly Christian men's group at his local church before his passing in 2007.
DuPage is posthumously honoring Mr. Salberg as a member of its Class of 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame. His legacy lives on through the students, athletes, coaches, and community members whose lives he touched through his leadership, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to helping others succeed.
Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the remarkable life and legacy of Herbert L. Salberg, Jr., and in celebrating his well-deserved induction into the College of DuPage Athletic Hall of Fame.