Eight Seconds to Freedom

From the rice fields of Laos to the rodeo arenas of California, Billy Soksoda's life has been anything but ordinary. A refugee, a bull rider, a teacher, and a mentor, Billy has navigated war, loss, and personal struggle with unwavering resilience. Each challenge-from surviving the chaos of his early years to the thrills and dangers of professional bull riding-shaped him into a man who values integrity, perseverance, and family above all else. Along the way, he raised a family, built a life ...