How to Improve Accuracy with Your Driver: Fixing Your Slice

TLDRLearn how to fix your slice and improve accuracy with your driver by fixing your club face and swing path. Exaggerate the correction and visualize a draw shot. Gradually shift the swing path to the right for slicers and to the left for hookers.

Key insights

👁️Fix the club face first by closing it from 12:00 to 11:00 and grip the club. Visualize the club face matching the path.

⬅️For slicers, focus on straightening the swing path by exaggerating the movement to the right. Gradually shift the path to the right for more accuracy.

➡️For hookers, focus on changing the swing path to the left by exaggerating the movement to the left. Gradually shift the path to the left for more accuracy.

Q&A

How do I fix a slice with my driver?

Start by fixing the club face first by closing it from 12:00 to 11:00 and grip the club properly. Then, focus on straightening the swing path by exaggerating the movement to the right.

How do I fix a hook with my driver?

Start by fixing the club face first by opening it from 12:00 to 1:00 and grip the club properly. Then, focus on changing the swing path to the left by exaggerating the movement to the left.

Why is my driver slicing to the right?

Your driver is slicing to the right because the club face is open at impact while the swing path is heading left. Focus on closing the club face and shifting the swing path to the right.

Why is my driver hooking to the left?

Your driver is hooking to the left because the club face is closed at impact while the swing path is heading right. Focus on opening the club face and shifting the swing path to the left.

How long does it take to fix a slice with a driver?

The time it takes to fix a slice with a driver varies from person to person. However, with consistent practice and the correct adjustments, you can start seeing improvements in a few weeks or even sooner.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Many golfers struggle with accuracy when hitting their driver.

00:43The two factors that cause a slice are the club face being open at impact and the swing path heading left.

01:56To fix a slice, start by closing the club face from 12:00 to 11:00 and grip the club properly.

02:42Exaggerate the swing motion to the right to straighten the swing path and gradually shift the path to the right for more accuracy.

05:06To fix a hook, open the club face from 12:00 to 1:00 and grip the club properly.

05:56Exaggerate the swing motion to the left to change the swing path and gradually shift the path to the left for more accuracy.