𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗳 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹 – 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝘆

From either flank, Martin Johnsen demonstrates what it means to run a power play from the half wall.
He’s always prepared to attack inside the dots, forcing penalty killers to commit and opening up different options for himself. The result? He dictates the pace of play — delivering the perfect pass, manipulating defenders, or taking the shot himself. Couple of key points to be a good half-wall player:

🔹 Scanning the ice – Elite half-wall players like Johnsen gather information early, giving them multiple options before the puck arrives.
🔹 Attacking inside the dots – Threatening the middle forces the PK to collapse, creating passing lanes to the flank, bumper, or takeing the shot himself
🔹 Strong posture and foot position – Toes down-ice, hips open — always ready to attack or pivot under pressure.
🔹 Dual-threat mindset – Equally ready to pass or shoot; keeps defenders guessing.

These clips highlight how Johnsen’s decision-making and execution allow him to control tempo and create advantages — skills that made his power play impact clear in both the Allsvenskan and the World Championship last season, earning him a contract in the SHL.

Victor Svensson