It hosted the Regions Tradition, a senior major for five years (2011–2015), until its move to Greystone Country Club, a few minutes down the road.

The PGA considered moving the tournament away from Shoal Creek, but in the end reached a compromise with the club: local insurance executive Louis J. Willie was invited by the mayor of Birmingham to become an honorary member with full membership to come after the waiting-list period of any membership application.

[9] This incident forced everyone associated with golf – clubs, the PGA, and the USGA – to look at minority access in the sport.

At this time, Shoal Creek founder Hall Thompson said of Woods, "You're a great player, I'm proud of you.

In addition to joining Shoal Creek, Rice became a member of Greystone Golf & Country Club.

[citation needed] On August 20, 2012, Rice was one of the first two women admitted to Augusta National Golf Club.