A slice is a particular left-to-right flight shape for a golf ball produced by a substantial tilt of the spin-axis of the golf ball to the right, or a clockwise spin. This is opposite for left-handers. A slice normally finishes up right of the target line, and the term is frequently utilised when the curve in the flight is extreme and unintentional. The less extreme version of a slice is known as a "fade".
In understanding the fundamentals of the golf swing, in order to hit the ball square and straight every time, you must return to the original position at impact. A slice is made by the club face being slightly open at the point of impact, therefore making the ball to spin in clockwise movement, (opposite for left-handers). In most cases the swing path is correct, but the golf ball is not being hit squarely at the point of impact, commonly caused by what is known as a "weak grip".
A second component that causes a golf slice might be swing speed and shaft stiffness. If you use a stiff shaft driver try a regular flex or mid flex shaft and that might rectify your problem.
The easiest fix for a slice is in the grip. By possessing a "weak grip", a grip that is turned more counter-clockwise, (opposite for left-handers), can cause the club face to open at the time of impact.
You should begin by turning your grip slightly to the right, (left for left-handers), therefore giving you a "stronger grip", not holding the club more tightly. Remember the basics and only hold the club tight enough to keep control. You shouldn’t have any tension on your wrist and forearms.
You may wish to attempt increasing your swing speed by pulling the club further back prior to swinging to fix your golf slice. Once you increase your swing speed you will be able to gain yardage and will hit the fairways more frequently.
Make certain not to bend over too far or round house your swing similar to a baseball swing. Bring your club back straight and follow through on the swing.
Point the label on the ball in the direction you desire it to go when teeing it up. This way you will be able to focus on the ball without looking up.
Then, once you tee up your ball, adopt this checklist faithfully:
• Stand Straighter
• Bend Knees Slightly
• Keep Feet Shoulder Width
• Line Up Ball with Front Foot
• Tip the Club Face in Just a Bit
• Loosen Your Grip
• Keep Your Eye on the Ball
• Clear Your Mind
• Now Hit the Fairway
