Let Them Be Free!

A Parent’s Guide to Building Your Child’s Athleticism and Mental Awareness

As a parent, you want your child to succeed—not just in sports, but in life. In Let Them Be Free!, former Division 1 coach and 7th-round MLB Draft pick Jon Karcich draws from years of experience coaching and recruiting top athletes to give parents a practical, no-nonsense guide to raising confident, adaptable, and resilient kids.
 

This ebook is designed for parents of children ages 5–14, the critical years when environment, play, and mindset make the biggest difference. Instead of overloading you with technical mechanics or complicated drills, Jon focuses on what really matters:
 

• Free play and movement that build natural athleticism.

• Hand-eye coordination and cognitive skills that set a foundation for any sport.

• Mental toughness and mindset habits that help kids thrive through wins, losses, and life’s challenges.

• Practical games, activities, and reminders to help you support your child without pushing too hard.
   

Inside, you’ll learn how to create playful environments that develop body awareness, why movement should come before mechanics, how to teach kids to own their response to challenges, and why learning to lose may be the most important skill of all.
 

At its core, this book is about playing the long game. It’s not about early specialization, chasing scholarships, or living out your own dreams—it’s about helping your child grow into a well-rounded athlete and human being.
 

Whether your child goes on to play college sports, compete at the highest level, or simply carry these lessons into everyday life, Let Them Be Free! will give you the tools to support their journey with patience, purpose, and perspective.