If you’ve ever watched your ball veer dramatically off course, you’ve probably dealt with a slice or a hook. These are two of the most frustrating—and common—issues in golf. But they can be fixed with a few simple adjustments and drills.
A slice (ball curves right for right-handed players) is usually caused by an open clubface at impact or an outside-in swing path. A hook (ball curves left) tends to come from a closed clubface and an overly inside swing path.
To fix a slice:
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Check your grip: Try turning your lead hand slightly more to the right (stronger grip).
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Work on your swing path: Place an alignment stick just outside your ball and aim to swing from the inside.
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Square the face: Practice half swings focusing on keeping the face square through impact.
To fix a hook:
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Soften your grip: Make sure your hands aren't over-rotated.
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Stay connected: Place a towel under your trail arm during practice swings to keep your body and arms moving together.
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Check your takeaway: Keep the club low and slow to avoid whipping it inside.
Fixing these faults takes time, but practising with intent—even just 10 minutes a day—can make a huge difference.
