UNDERSTANDING THE SLICE

A golf slice is a shot that curves dramatically to the right for a right-handed golfer (or to the left for a left-handed golfer). It's a common problem that usually results in a loss of distance and accuracy.

1. Curved Ball Flight: The ball starts straight or slightly left of the target, then curves sharply to the right (for right-handed golfers).
2. Loss of Distance: Because of the sidespin generated, the ball tends to travel shorter distances than a straight or properly shaped shot.
3. Spin: A slice is caused by a combination of sidespin and backspin, where the ball spins from left to right (for a right-hander), leading to the curving flight.

• Open Clubface: If the clubface is open relative to the swing path at impact, the ball will curve.
• Outside-In Swing Path: This is when the clubhead cuts across the ball, producing sidespin.
• Weak Grip or Setup: Poor hand positioning, grip pressure, or body alignment can lead to a slice.

A slice is different from a fade, which is a controlled left-to-right shot that curves less sharply and is usually intentional. Slices, on the other hand, are typically unintentional and undesirable.