To catch pompano in Florida, the most effective method is surf fishing with live bait like sand fleas (mole crabs), fresh shrimp, or clams, using a long rod and casting your bait beyond the breaking waves to reach the sandy bottom where pompano feed; you can also try jigging with specialized pompano jigs near structures like piers or jetties, mimicking the natural prey of the fish by bouncing the lure along the bottom with a subtle jigging motion.