Eight Seconds: Black Rodeo Culture

Eight seconds. That's all it takes to hold on, and a lifetime to understand what it means to belong.

Eight Seconds: Black Rodeo Culture is a stunning exploration of the rich, often overlooked history of Black cowboys and cowgirls in American rodeo. Through vivid storytelling, photography, and cultural history, this book reclaims a narrative that has long been pushed to the margins, celebrating the grit, grace, and community of Black rodeo riders who have shaped the American West.

From the dusty arenas of the South to the electric energy of all-Black rodeos, this book takes you deep into a world where tradition, identity, and resilience intersect in breathtaking ways.

What's inside:

• A rich cultural history of Black participation in American rodeo
• Portraits and stories of riders, ropers, and rodeo families across generations
• An exploration of community, pride, and the reclaiming of the cowboy identity
• Stunning photography that brings the culture to life

A powerful, necessary read for anyone passionate about Black history, American culture, and the untold stories of the West.