The slice is arguably the most frustrating flaw in amateur golf. Characterized by a ball starting left (for a right-handed golfer) and curving violently to the right, a slice costs you distance, penalizes you with lost balls, and completely ruins your confidence. Most golfers try to muscle the ball straighter, but that only makes the problem worse.
Our essential video, “HOW TO FIX YOUR GOLF SLICE & FIND MORE FAIRWAYS”, breaks down the root causes of the slice and provides immediate, actionable drills to put you on the correct “Inside Path” and square up the clubface. This simple fix is the key to unlocking consistent, powerful drives and finally hitting more fairways.
Understanding the Slice: The Two Main Culprits
A slice is caused by a combination of two factors, and you must address both to eliminate the curve:
- The Swing Path (Outside-In): The club travels from outside the target line to inside the target line through impact. This ‘over-the-top’ move is the primary cause of the side-spin.
- The Clubface (Open): The clubface is open relative to the swing path at impact. This provides the necessary side-spin (slice spin) to curve the ball dramatically to the right.
The Fix: Shifting to the Inside Path
The secret to fixing your slice is getting the club to approach the ball from the inside and ensuring the clubface is square at impact.
1. The Body Sequence Fix
The key to getting on an inside path is proper SEQUENCE OF THE GOLF SWING. Rushing the downswing with your upper body is what causes the outside-in path. You must feel like your lower body initiates the downswing, dragging the club from the inside, often requiring you to focus on getting off your back foot.
2. The Clubface Control Drill
Once the path is improving, you must address the clubface. A powerful, natural release is crucial.
- Drill Focus: Focus on the feeling of closing the clubface after impact, not holding it open. This promotes the rotation of the hands necessary for a square strike.
- Extension: Work on achieving proper extension through impact, which prevents the hands from flipping and helps maintain a square clubface longer.
The Result: Finding More Fairways
By successfully moving your swing path from outside-in to inside-out, you replace the harmful slice spin with a powerful draw spin, or even a straight ball. Hitting the ball solidly from the inside also maximizes distance, making the driver swing so much easier and significantly improving your score.
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