Florida Coach Accused of Grooming Teen Daughter of Parent

Colby Erskin allegedly sent naked selfie to 15-year-old student, prompting father's warning to 'stay away from scumbags'

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A Florida father, Yaniv Rosenberg, has spoken out after his 15-year-old daughter's former teacher and football coach, Colby Erskin, was charged with sending the teen a naked selfie and attempting to groom her. Rosenberg described Erskin's alleged actions, from inappropriate comments to requests to hang out, as a warning to other parents to 'stay away from f---ing scumbags'.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious issue of teacher-student grooming and the need for stronger safeguards to protect minors from predatory behavior by those in positions of authority. It also raises questions about school districts' vetting processes and response protocols when allegations of misconduct surface.

The details

Colby Erskin, 39, was a math teacher and football coach at South Plantation High School in Florida when he allegedly sent a naked selfie to Rosenberg's 15-year-old daughter. Erskin is accused of making inappropriate comments to the student and trying to arrange private meetups. He was arrested in February 2026 and charged with using a computer to exploit a child and transmitting harmful material to a minor. Erskin was released on $250,000 bond and ordered to wear a GPS monitor, have no contact with the victim or any students/staff from the school.

  • Erskin was the victim's math teacher in 2025.
  • Erskin was arrested on February 5, 2026.
  • Erskin was immediately fired from his new coaching job at Mount Dora High School after his arrest.

The players

Yaniv Rosenberg

The father of the 15-year-old alleged victim who has spoken out about the case.

Colby Erskin

A 39-year-old former math teacher and football coach accused of sending a naked selfie to his 15-year-old student and attempting to groom her.

South Plantation High School

The Florida high school where Erskin taught and coached before the alleged incident.

Mount Dora High School

The Florida high school that hired Erskin as a football coach but immediately fired him after his arrest.

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What they’re saying

“From 'do you need help in math?' to 'you look cute,' to sexual comments, to 'do you want to hang out?' to 'can I see you after the football game?' to freakin' naked pics of himself,”

— Yaniv Rosenberg, Father of alleged victim (NBC6)

“What do I say to my daughter? Stay away from f---ing scumbags.”

— Yaniv Rosenberg, Father of alleged victim (NBC6)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Erskin to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case underscores the critical need for schools to have robust policies and training to prevent teacher-student grooming, as well as clear protocols for swiftly investigating and addressing any allegations of misconduct to protect vulnerable students.