3 Golf Tips to Cure the Slice
Golf Tips to Cure the Slice is one of the most sought after cures that most amateur golfers search for.
Over the years I have watched golfers try everything you can think of to cure their slice. With some of the setups I have seen, you almost feel like you have to be a contortionist to make the adjustments work.
You have to wonder if the golfer is using golf tips to cure the slice from something they misread, or maybe a suggestion from another golfer.
Whatever the case, inevitably the adjustment only complicates the issue.
Correcting a slice is not that difficult to do, you just need to know some basics.
Weak Grip
If you have a tendency to hit the banana ball (a slice), then try these golf tips to cure the slice.
Grip – In golf everything starts with the grip. If your grip is too weak, (the left hand is rolled
Neutral Grip
over top of the right hand at address) then the club face will be open at impact and you will slice the ball.
A neutral grip is needed. You will recognize this when you see a “V” formed between the thumb and forefinger on both hands pointing directly down the shaft.
Stance – Many amateurs will adjust their stance so that their body is pointing to the left of the target line to compensate for their slice. Doing this only adds to the problem. Your stance should be square to the target line.
After you get into position to take your shot, take your golf club and place the shaft across your hips and observe the direction your shaft is pointing. If it is pointing to the left of the target, then your stance is open. You will need to adjust your stance until the shaft is pointing directly down the target line.
Alignment Check
Eyes – When you are addressing the ball, if your eyes are looking to the left of your target then your shoulders are open. Your line of sight should actually be directly at or even right of the target at address.
Having your eyes line up to the right of your target may feel a bit odd, but your body will be more properly aligned to the target. When your body is aligned properly to your target line, it will appear as though you are pointing slightly to the right of target.
I will have to try that alignment check tip. Will let you know how that works out for me.