A slice occurs when the golf ball curves dramatically from left to right (for right-handed golfers), typically caused by an open clubface at impact. Here are five proven ways to fix your slice and improve your game:

1. Strengthen Your Grip

• Turn hands clockwise on the club
• Position V's of your hands toward right side of your head
• Creates easier clubface squaring at impact
• May feel uncomfortable initially but highly effective

2. Check Your Alignment

• Keep feet parallel left to target
• Square shoulders to target
• Ensure proper forearm alignment
• Use alignment sticks for practice
• Avoid aiming right of target

3. Improve Your Takeaway

• Keep clubface square or slightly closed early
• Point golf glove logo toward ground
• Maintain proper face angle throughout backswing
• Creates better position for impact

4. Practice Hitting Hooks

• Deliberately create right-to-left ball flight
• Helps mind adjust to new shot patterns
• Encourages proper hand rotation
• Builds confidence in different shot shapes

5. Fix Your Swing Path

• Focus on face angle first
• Work on inside-to-outside path
• Avoid early path changes before fixing face angle
• Create proper sequence of movements

Additional Equipment Tips:

• Adjust driver weights toward toe
• Use draw-bias settings if available
• Consider softer flex shafts
• Match equipment to swing speed
• Test different settings with launch monitor

Remember: Fix the clubface first, then adjust the swing path. Most slices result from an open clubface at impact, not necessarily a poor swing path.

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