Johnny Knoxville’s teenage son is dominant high school pitcher
Rocko Clapp, the 16-year-old son of actor Johnny Knoxville, is a standout pitcher for Oakwood High School in North Hollywood. He has recorded 27 strikeouts and a 0.80 ERA in 26.1 innings pitched during his sophomore season. Clapp, who has appeared on national television showcasing his pitching skills, comes from a family with a strong athletic background.
- ▪Rocko Clapp is a 16-year-old right-handed pitcher for Oakwood High School in North Hollywood.
- ▪He has achieved 27 strikeouts and a 0.80 ERA in 26.1 innings pitched this season.
- ▪Clapp appeared on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' in 2022, where he struck out his father during a skit.
- ▪His father, Johnny Knoxville, was a talented high school athlete who considered playing college baseball.
- ▪Oakwood High School has a 20-1 record this season.
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Sports Entertainment Johnny Knoxville’s teenage son is dominant high school pitcher By Edward Lewis Published May 4, 2026, 3:35 p.m. ET The spawn of Johnny Knoxville can pitch. Rocko Clapp, the 16-year-old son of Jackass’ most notorious star, has dominated batters this season while toeing the rubber for Oakwood High School in North Hollywood. According to MaxPreps, the sophomore right hander has logged 27 strikeouts and a minuscule 0.80 ERA in 26.1 innings pitched. Johnny Knoxville’s son, Rocko Clapp, has dominated batters this season for Oakwood High School in North Hollywood. GC Images Clapp’s been used as a reliever, the outlet reported last week, with his outings lasting anywhere from one to three innings. His team currently holds a 20-1 record.
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