3 Ways to get rid of that slice!

February 7, 2016

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Follow along as former European Tour player Rickard Strongert demonstrates the 3 things that will help you stop slicing!

Slicing is the most common of errant shots by high handicap golfers. Here Rickard Strongert shows you how to correct these. Thanks to Videojug for this instructional video!

The Grip.

To stop slicing, you need a strong grip. Place the upper hand on the club more in the palm with the butt of the club just under the "pad" of the hand. When the fingers close, the golfer should see 3 or 4 knuckles of that upper hand. The lower hand is more in the fingers, with the V's formed by the thumbs and back of the hands parallel.

Alignment.

Golfers who slice tend to aim too far to the right. This causes an "over the top" swing to "pull" the ball back online. If the clubface is even slightly open at impact, a big slice will result. Make sure the feet, hips and shoulders are all aligned parallel to the target line. Have a friend lay a club across your shoulders to see if you are in the proper position.

Swinging from the inside.

By starting the downswing with a lateral movement of the hips, the club will drop down into what instructors call "the slot." This move allows the clubhead path to travel more from the inside to out.

Thanks for watching 3 Ways to get rid of that slice! You are on your way to a slice-free golf game!

https://youtu.be/zSNqoRF9K3w

Source: Rickard Strongert Videojug Mel Sole Golf School.

Thanks for watching - 3 Ways to get rid of that slice!

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The Grip.

Alignment.

Swinging from the inside.

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