How to Avoid the Slice: Tips for Straighter Drives

What Causes a Slice and How to Spot It

A slice occurs when the ball curves away from the golfer’s side (to the right for a right-handed player). This usually happens because of an open clubface at the moment of impact or an outside-to-in swing path. If your ball starts left and then peels wildly to the right, you are likely coming over the top, a habit that kills both golf shot accuracy and power.

Simple Adjustments That Lead to Straighter Drives

To correct a golf slice, start with these fundamental golf swing tips:

• Check Your Grip: A “weak” grip often leaves the clubface open. Try rotating both hands slightly toward your trailing side to create a more neutral or “strong” position.
• Mind Your Alignment: Ensure your shoulders and feet are parallel to your target line. Poor alignment often forces the body to overcompensate mid-swing.
• Clubface Control: Focus on “squaring” the face at impact. Even a small adjustment here can lead to significantly straighter drives.

Drills and Practice Techniques to Fix a Slice

One of the best golf drive drills is the headcover drill.  Place a headcover just outside your ball’s path. If you swing outside-in, you’ll hit the cover. Consistency comes from repetition and real-time feedback. Utilizing ball-tracking data allows you to see exactly where your swing path deviates, making it much easier to fix a golf slice.

Practice Straighter Drives at Five O Fore’s Interactive Golf Bays

At Five O Fore, we provide an elevated, high-tech environment to improve golf drive accuracy. Our interactive bays utilize the Trackman system, offering professional-grade data in a fun, low-pressure setting. Whether you are visiting our Bourbon Lounge or enjoying a meal at Creole Tavern, you can come for the golf, stay for the party.

Ready to avoid slicing drives for good? Book a bay at Five O Fore LLC today and let our advanced technology help you find the fairway every time.