Golf Shot Errors
How Do I Fix My Golf Swing Slice (Golf Ball Going Right)?
Struggling with a slice that sends your ball right? The fix is simpler than you think.
Most slices come from common swing mistakes. Learn what causes the slice and how to straighten your shots.
GolfWiz uses AI to detect slice-causing movement patterns from your swing video.
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What Cause A Slice Shot In Golf?
A golf slice occurs when the ball curves from left to right (for right-handed golfers).
A slice is happens when the swing cuts the club across the ball.
These golf swing errors cause slicing in golf:
- Over-the-Top Downswing
- Across-the-Line Backswing
- Chicken Wing
- Casting
- Early Extension
Fix with AI (Swing Errors Causing a Slice)
The GolfWiz AI app uses computer vision to analyze your golf swing from video.
Record your swing with your smartphone to identify swing patterns that cause a slice.
GolfWiz measures:
- Shoulder and hip alignment
- Arm structure through the downswing
- Club position relative to the torso
- Key checkpoints where slices are created
Once the swing error is identified, GolfWiz assigns AI-assisted drills to fix your slice.
These drills:
- Target the exact faulty position
- Focuses on body movement, not compensation
- Includes clear feels and checkpoints
FAQs
1. How long does it take to fix a golf slice?
2. Why do I slice my driver but not my irons?
The longer driver shaft makes swing errors more noticeable. With irons, the shorter length can reduce the errors and the curve.
3. Can setup or alignment make me slice the ball?
Yes, poor setup or alignment can lead to a slicing motion through the ball.
4. Can I fix a slice without lessons?
You can, especially if you know what’s causing it. Targeted drills and clear feedback often help golfers improve without lessons. Use GolfWiz for drills to fix your slice.
5. Should I aim left to compensate for my slice?
Aiming left might keep the ball in play temporarily. It doesn’t fix the swing issue and usually reinforces the slice.
Other Names
- Banana ball
- Fade (when less severe)
- Cut shot
- Push-slice
- Block-slice
- Power fade (when controlled)
