A slice is the bane of many a golfer's existence. Seeing your well-struck shot curve sharply right instead of finding the fairway can be frustrating. But fear not! Slices are a common issue, and with a few tweaks to your swing, you can be hitting straighter shots in no time.

This post will break down the key elements that contribute to a slice and provide simple fixes with photos to help you visualize the corrections.

Understanding the Slice

A slice occurs when the clubface delivers an open angle to the ball at impact. This open angle causes the ball to spin sideways, creating a rightward curve (for right-handed golfers).

Common Causes of Slices:

• Weak Grip: A weak grip (where the hands are rotated too far to the right) can promote an open clubface at impact.

• Out-to-In Swing Path: An out-to-in swing path (where the club swings outside-in instead of inside-out) can also lead to an open clubface at impact.

• Poor Posture: Incorrect posture can throw off your entire swing sequence and contribute to slicing.

Fixes for a Slice:

1. Strengthen Your Grip:

A strong grip (hands slightly rotated counter-clockwise) helps promote a closed clubface at impact. Here's how:

• Place your hands on the club grip as usual.
• For right-handed golfers, feel like you're turning your left hand slightly more to the right. You should see more than two knuckles on your top hand.

2. Focus on an Inside-Out Swing Path:

Imagine swinging on a railroad track. Your swing should follow an inside-out path, with the clubhead moving slightly inside the target line at the top of the backswing and coming down from inside-out on the downswing.

3. Maintain Good Posture:

Stand tall with your knees slightly flexed and your weight evenly distributed on both feet. Keep your spine angled slightly forward throughout your swing.

Practice Drills:

• Ball-Under-Arm Drill: Place a tennis ball under your armpit (on the inside of your right arm for right-handed golfers). Maintain this position throughout your swing to promote a more inside-out swing path.
• Alignment Sticks: Set up two alignment sticks parallel to your target line, with a ball positioned slightly inside the left stick (for right-handed golfers). Focus on hitting the ball between the sticks to promote an inside-out swing path.

Remember:

• Make small adjustments and focus on feeling the changes in your swing.
• Practice consistently to solidify the proper swing mechanics.
• Consider seeking professional instruction for a personalized evaluation.

By addressing the root causes of your slice and implementing these fixes, you'll be well on your way to hitting straighter shots and finding more fairways! Hope you get a lot of practice with the Youtube videos or lessons.