A slice is a shot in golf where the ball begins its trajectory on a straight path and then erratically starts curving to the right (or towards the left for a golfer with a left handed swing).

A slice differs from a fade. A fade slowly and gradually carries towards the right. A sliced shot usually has a lot of velocity and sidespin, which can regularly give the golfer an angry grin.

The reason the golf ball slices is because of the golf head cutting across the ball from the outside to the inside. This side cutting of the club creates a clockwise spin of the golf ball. As this clockwise spin loses a little velocity the dimples of the golf ball catch in the wind and the ball spins off to the right. It seems so simple to just "swing through the ball". However, swinging through the ball is a forced action and not a normal movement for your body.

The Waist and Torso: So for starters, concentrate on the pivot action of your waist and torso. The torso must rotate in harmony with the waist.

The Arms: When the golf club meets the golf ball, it is very important to have your forearms flat and your elbows tight. This will keep the club head straight and square with the ball.

Practice these and then move on to the practice shots.

Practice Shots
Place a golf ball in the very middle of your stance, an equal distance from both feet. Round up the golf balls and hit away trying these two slice-fixing exercises.

The Grip
When addressing the golf ball, roll your right wrist to the left. This action should slide your right fingers a little more off of the left hand. Concentrate on keeping your grip like this throughout the swing and into the impact. If this can be done effectively, your ball should reduce its sidespin a little.

The Foot
The next exercise involves your left foot. Address the ball. Line your left foot up at least 1-½ feet above the right foot while keeping the ball in the middle of your stance. Keep your feet in this position throughout the swing and after impact. This stance will force your body to "unwind" before the impact of the club on the ball. If done correctly, the club head will be square with the ball and target at impact causing the ball to go straight and not slice.

Sounds easy, doesn't it?