How a 90s Golfer Fixed their Slice at GOLFTEC

Zach Thomas a 90s golfer walked into GOLFTEC Twin Cities with a problem: an out-to-in swing path that left him slicing, chunking, and losing confidence with every round. In under three weeks, he flipped the script - dropping his score from 92 to 78, hitting straighter, more powerful drives. Here’s how it happened.

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Swing Evaluation

Coach Mini Levonowich discovered two critical flaws in Zach’s setup:

• Hand path too out-to-in: His swing traveled over the neck, producing slices.
• Limited hip sway: only 1.6’ of lateral hip movement toward the target - way below the ideal 3-3.8’ tour range - causing fat and mis-hit shots.

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This clear, data-backed evaluation became the blueprint for transforming Zach’s swing mechanics and delivering measurable results. 

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Drill #1: The Hip Sway Fix

Goal: Increase hip sway to 3-3.8”, cutting fat shots and creating cleaner contact 

Method: 

• Wall-Range Drill: Swing right from the start to promote inside-out strokes 
• Path Obstacle Drill: Enforce the inside travel plane using simple physical cues. This trains muscle memory efficiently 

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Result: Zach’s club path shifted from out-to-in to a clean inside-out motion, dramatically reducing slice and improving consistency.

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The Timeline and Transformation

In under three weeks: 

• Score: 92 to 78
• Contact: Solid, centered ball strikes
• Flight:  Slice nearly gone - approaching draw / straight shapes

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What Makes GOLFTEC's System Work

Zach’s turnaround is not luck - it’s a proven blueprint:

1. Objective coaching from certified experts like Mini Levonowich
2. Data-driven diagnostics with tools such as OPTIMOTION and swing labs
3. Targeted drills that isolate key mechanical issues
4. Consistent reps and feedback for cementing new movement patterns

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Why This Matters to You

If you’re searching for “golf lessons near me” Zach’s journey is a powerful example:

• You’re hip sway could be holding you back - and this hip bump drill is gold
• Your hands may still be denting heads - but a simple wall-range drill can correct that

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Looking to fix your slice? Start with a swing evaluation. Identify your exact mechanical issues - no guessing. Then apply proven drills with expert coaching

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Take the Next Step

Ready to start your swing journey? Book your Swing Evaluation at GOLFTEC today - and see what targeted coaching, data, and drills can do in just weeks.

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Let’s get you swinging smarter, straighter, and more powerful.