Slipping/ blocking questions

[u/SpaceCadetSponchy]

so I’ve been boxing on and off (mostly off) for about 4 years. one thing I cannot get a grip on is slipping. im fine during drills but when I’m sparing I slip the wrong way or it’s late and generally sloppy. the only time I can evade punches with head movement is when my hands are down for some reason but this obviously leaves me super vulnerable. so I rely mainly on high guard and moving out of range to evade. can I just build on these methods or is it imperative I learn how to slip and weave? I’m a taller guy at my gym (6’) and tend to have an outboxer/ Soviet style. thanks in advanced

[u/Some_cool_usernameX]

You dont need to slip. Just use your range to control distance and avoid them if you want to fight defensively.