How To Stop Slicing The Ball

For recreational golfers, no part of the golf game is more frustrating than getting great contact on a drive...only to see it slice 50 yards into the woods. To compensate, many golfers make "on-the-fly" adjustments that usually make the problem worse! In this article, I'll give you FIVE FAQ's on key swing fundamentals that will help you to stop slicing a golf ball. (These FAQ's are for right-handers..for left-handers, reverse the directions).

The Setup -- When a basketball defender is guarding his man, he tries to be perfectly balanced so that he can quickly react to the direction that his opponent is going. If he is leaning right, the offensive player could easily exploit that. In a similar way, you must be properly balanced as you setup to the ball. Bend your knees, get set and avoid leaning to the right or to the left. If you aren't set properly, your swing is doomed before it begins! If you are perfectly balanced, you'll be less likely to slice the ball.