Skating without the puck is easier than skating with the puck. Standing still and stickhandling is easier than stickhandling in motion.

For Jamie Kompon, perfecting the art of keeping your feet moving is one of hockey’s most important and often overlooked aspects. It’s so under-appreciated that during his time with the Winnipeg Jets, Kompon had players who habitually stall out and glide, eventually sent down, sent packing, or just sent away.

Now with the Florida Panthers, who won the Stanley Cup on June 24, 2024, Kompon preaches the same message. Watch his past presentation for all the details on why keeping your feet moving is so crucial to success.