A slice is a golf shot where the ball typically swings from left to right while in mid-air. Though professionals typically intentionally use slicing to increase their scores, most amateurs tend to do it accidentally. The direction it swings depends on whether the golfer is right-handed or left-handed. A slice shot is typically caused by the clubface hitting the golf ball in an open position. There are many causes to it, such as the golf swing traveling from outside to inside the swing path or setup. However, using lower compression balls will likely reduce the amount of swing, which will minimize slice.