A golf slice is a shot in which the ball curves in a shape similar to a banana. For example, a right-handed golfer will hit the ball to the left, and it will "slice" a significant amount to the right, landing nowhere near where the golfer intended for it to go. A slice is common among beginner golfers. Correcting a slice is not that difficult, but it involves plenty of hard work and a lot of practice to break the habits that cause a slice.
Watch Your Grip
An improper grip on the club is one of the biggest factors contributing to a slice, according to GolfTipsMag.com. Make sure your hands are positioned on the golf club in a closed face, meaning both hands should be rotated toward the right when grasping the club. The tighter you squeeze the club, the more likely it is that you will slice the ball. When you clench the club in your hands, keep your grip relaxed and loose. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being extremely tight, you should hold your club at a level of 3.
Align Yourself
The angle where your club meets your body and the direction of your posture should equal 90 degrees. You should be bent over slightly when you hit the ball. When you swing the club, make sure your left arm (for a right-handed golfer) does not come over your shoulder. When you reach the end of your backswing, your dominant arm should be almost straight, and the elbow on your dominant arm should be at about shoulder height.
Set Up the Club Correctly
Setting up your club correctly can drastically help correct your slice. After you swing, your wrists should come off the club a bit. By keeping your wrists tight on the club, you will not fight the club's natural movement after striking the ball. Practice half-swings: wind up halfway, then hit the ball like you normally would. Look for the reason why you are slicing the ball. You might be able to correct it. Place two golf clubs on the ground parallel to each other, pointing toward the hole or fairway. One club should be in front of your feet, and the other should be about 6 inches behind the ball. This will help you align your body correctly and perhaps discover a flaw in your swing.
Positioning
When driving off a tee, keep your head down and your eyes focused on the ball. Concentrate on hitting it square. Point your lead shoulder in the direction of where you want the ball to go, and the ball should go in that direction.
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