I simply cannot hit my driver. My driver isn't the only club that I have this problem with, my 3 and 4 iron hyrbids slice, though not nearly as bad or often. When I hit my driver holding it with a square face about 100% of my shots slice badly to the right, almost 45* from my target. However, I can cure it about 50% by closing the clubface about 45* in my grip, however, this is a terrible way to fix my problem. Even when I do close the clubface this dramatically I still slice some to the right, so I know my problem isn't an open clubface at impact, it must be something else. What do you guys recommend I try? Thanks.
Good question, I will be interested to read what others have to say about this. My only guess is that you are really swinging outside in but you probably already knew that. SO I guess changing your swing so that it does not do this is the answer.
I simply cannot hit my driver. My driver isn't the only club that I have this problem with, my 3 and 4 iron hyrbids slice, though not nearly as bad or often. When I hit my driver holding it with a square face about 100% of my shots slice badly to the right, almost 45* from my target. However, I can cure it about 50% by closing the clubface about 45* in my grip, however, this is a terrible way to fix my problem. Even when I do close the clubface this dramatically I still slice some to the right, so I know my problem isn't an open clubface at impact, it must be something else. What do you guys recommend I try? Thanks.
Try putting a golf glove between your upper right arm and chest and keeping it there through the swing.Also put clubs on the ground to check alignment of feet,hips and shoulders,especially shoulders.If these don't work try moving your rear foot back about 2 inches-not a wider stance but back from parallel .
If none of these work try slowing down your hip turn so your arms speed up respectively and give the clubface time to close.You may also try narrowing your stance to change your swing plane.Also try moving the ball placement forward.
You may have to have a pro look at your swing if you cannot figure it out on your own.
Forced to guess I would say your shoulders are probably open and you don't keep your arms against your chest.
I simply cannot hit my driver. My driver isn't the only club that I have this problem with, my 3 and 4 iron hyrbids slice, though not nearly as bad or often. When I hit my driver holding it with a square face about 100% of my shots slice badly to the right, almost 45* from my target. However, I can cure it about 50% by closing the clubface about 45* in my grip, however, this is a terrible way to fix my problem. Even when I do close the clubface this dramatically I still slice some to the right, so I know my problem isn't an open clubface at impact, it must be something else. What do you guys recommend I try? Thanks.
That is a pretty severe compensation...have you considered seeing a pro? I don't know your swing, but a small investment in solid fundamentals will go a long way...
You probably hang on the the club, instead of letting it release through impact. I would recommend a couple of lessons also. You definitely have a fairly severe problem (which may be quite easy to fix by a pro).
PS Just saw a tip on the Golf Channel that will probably help you. Practice swinging with your feet together: Supposedly this will force you to release the club properly.
Try putting a golf glove between your upper right arm and chest and keeping it there through the swing.Also put clubs on the ground to check alignment of feet,hips and shoulders,especially shoulders.If these don't work try moving your rear foot back about 2 inches-not a wider stance but back from parallel .
If none of these work try slowing down your hip turn so your arms speed up respectively and give the clubface time to close.You may also try narrowing your stance to change your swing plane.Also try moving the ball placement forward.
You may have to have a pro look at your swing if you cannot figure it out on your own.
Forced to guess I would say your shoulders are probably open and you don't keep your arms against your chest.
My humble opinion.
Moving your rear foot back works like a charm! If I'm ever in doubt I use that tip.
That is a pretty severe compensation...have you considered seeing a pro? I don't know your swing, but a small investment in solid fundamentals will go a long way...
I agree. I have had the exact same slice that is described in the post. Had it for years. Join a beginners group lesson for 6weeks and the pro showed me enough that that problems with the slice are greatly reduced. Do I ever slice? Yes, but mainly when I get sloppy and let my shoulders roll forward or have to much arch in my back instead of the nice straight back that my pro showed me. Can't wait till I can go for some private lessons to really improve my game.
Simple fix that works for most people. Go to the range and hit from a tee. Place the ball on the tee so that an identifiable mark (like the logo) is sitting in the back 1/4 of the ball on the side closest to you. Hit the ball on this spot! This will force you to make and out to in move on your swing. Give it a try at the range and see if you don't have results within a handful of swings.
Simple fix that works for most people. Go to the range and hit from a tee. Place the ball on the tee so that an identifiable mark (like the logo) is sitting in the back 1/4 of the ball on the side closest to you. Hit the ball on this spot! This will force you to make and out to in move on your swing. Give it a try at the range and see if you don't have results within a handful of swings.
For some reason that trick doesn't work for me... It's going straight right (push) if I try that...
Keep your left arm straight (unless you left handed then) thats what my grandfather used to tell me. I just got a bottle of this "Sweet Spot" stuff that you put on the ball thenit marks on your club where you hit at. I havent tried it yet but I will post with how well it works when I do. You my try opening your club face up a little and see if that works. Good luck.
Keep your left arm straight (unless you left handed then) thats what my grandfather used to tell me. I just got a bottle of this "Sweet Spot" stuff that you put on the ball thenit marks on your club where you hit at. I havent tried it yet but I will post with how well it works when I do. You my try opening your club face up a little and see if that works. Good luck.
I do that with a piece of 2 inch wide masking tape. Works great and it's cheap enough.
Simple fix that works for most people. Go to the range and hit from a tee. Place the ball on the tee so that an identifiable mark (like the logo) is sitting in the back 1/4 of the ball on the side closest to you. Hit the ball on this spot! This will force you to make and out to in move on your swing. Give it a try at the range and see if you don't have results within a handful of swings.
Normally an out to in swing path is what causing a slice. How can an out to in swing path cure a slice?
I have had the same problem for the past year. And like you, the only way I could somewhat cure the problem was to turn the clubface in to make up for the angle. Finally, I seeked help at the local club. There were several things I was doing wrong. I was not doing well in my back swing. He had me lightly drag my clubface during my back swing, as long as I possible could, and in a straight plane. Second, I was simpley picking my head up, looking at the shot. He had me keep my head down, which suprisingly made a difference. And finally, my tempo was off. I was taking a slow backswing but a rapid snap like finish. He had me hit balls softly off the tee, nearly 10 percent of my normal swing spead. Just do it in a nice, consistent, smooth tempo. Then build up. After this lesson and a couple of buckets at the driving range, my tee shots are straight down the middle. Hope this helps a little. Take care.-trev
Moving your rear foot back works like a charm! If I'm ever in doubt I use that tip.
Used it myself this weekend.Wanted to hit the inside quarter of the ball and couldn't till I moved my rear leg back OUT OF THE WAY.NEVER going to hit inside out if your leg is in the way.
August 13th, 2006, 08:34 PM
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