Tulsa’s premier club experience readies for its next chapter.
ALPHARETTA, GA – Bobby Jones Links (BJL), one of the golf industry’s fastest growing club management companies, proudly announces that The Club at Forest Ridge in Broken Arrow, OK, after a year of tremendous growth and investments in top-tier member amenities, will transition into a fully private country club, effective Nov. 1, 2026.
The award-winning property known for its upscale lifestyle amenities and premier surrounding master-planned community, has been developing an ever-improving and alluring array of member amenities by elevating its customer service, indoor racquet sports, the pool, dining, and clubhouse. And locals have definitely taken note with 100 new members joining the club in 2025 to be a part of one of the most dynamic club experiences in the region.
“Over the past decade, we have executed a deliberate transformation of The Club at Forest Ridge to transition it into one of the premier private clubs in Oklahoma. Our recent amenity enhancements, coupled with our partnership with Bobby Jones Links delivers the curated member experiences our members expect and deserve, and has driven rapid membership growth over the past year. That momentum confirmed the time is right to transition to a fully private membership, enabling us to deliver a more elevated, dynamic, and exclusive experience,” said CEO Davis Robson. “This is a defining moment for the club, our team, and our members. The pride in what we’ve built and the excitement for what’s ahead are at an all-time high.”
With an expertly maintained 18-hole, Randy Heckenkemper-designed championship golf course, two spacious clubhouses, exquisite Southern style dining, an exclusive private social club called The Ridge Club (featuring a state-of-the-art fitness facility, resort-style pool, six lighted tennis courts, pickleball, newly opened indoor climate controlled racquets dome, and private member events), and luxury leisure amenities throughout the property, The Club at Forest Ridge boasts one of the most attractive membership offerings in Oklahoma.
NEW LEADERSHIP FOR PRIVATE CLUB’S NEW ERA
To help lead The Club at Forest Ridge into its exciting next phase, Bobby Jones Links has announced the appointment of new General Manager Cody Lack.
Lack, a 24-year Class A PGA of America Golf Professional with 30 years of experience in the golf industry, has worked in seven states throughout his career, including more than 13 years of overseeing full-facility operations. The Oklahoma native says he first played Forest Ridge in the early 2000s.
“Seeing how this incredible property has grown, I’m very excited for the opportunity to be part of something special at Forest Ridge,” Lack said. “It’s a place that’s rich with culture and amenities and it’s in an ideal location. Add to that the outstanding facilities and the sports, entertainment, food and beverage and lifestyle amenities are second to none for members and guests. The Forest Ridge team is very talented and has created a one-of-a-kind family atmosphere.”
Lack plans to instill a team-first culture, with the common goal of providing “unbelievable” hospitality and lifestyle for members and guests.
“I want to get to know the team and members, and get familiar with their expectations,” he says. “And to find out everybody’s Why: Why they’re there, what they’re trying to achieve, and the members’ expectations and concerns. I want to absorb as much as I can, gather a full understanding of everything, and first make sure that we achieve the expectations of our ownership in the right way.That will be done through a lot of communication, meetings and working together. I want to make sure the members see that we’re making strides to improve everything.”
Since its opening in 1989 on land that was once a working cattle ranch, The Club at Forest Ridge has served as the centerpiece of the flourishing Forest Ridge master-planned community in Broken Arrow, OK. For almost four decades, Forest Ridge has offered top-tier golf and dining experiences with resort-caliber amenities and levels of service. And starting November 1, the club will become private.
“We’re thrilled to have Cody fill the role of general manager at Forest Ridge,” says Amy Buchanan, vice president of revenue management at BJL. “He’s well-versed on the golf and food-and-beverage parts of the business, has executive skills, and a good executive level background. He comes to us very well rounded, to manage a property the size, scope, and vision of The Club at Forest Ridge. Most importantly, he brings a renewed leadership to our team.”
Lack was handpicked for the general manager position to help the team curate ideal and responsive member experiences for the entire family. “Today’s private clubs have to be dynamic and offer amenities and program for members of all ages and interests. Cody has been successful in his career transitioning properties – that experience is invaluable to us as we move through this transition to being private,” says Ken Nicholas, vice president of operations at BJL.
The property was recognized in the Golfer’s Choice Awards from Golfpass (a division of Golf Channel, the Golfpass Golfer’s Choice Awards are the culmination of more than 300,000 reader votes). The Club at Forest Ridge was singled out as having “Top 25 Off-Course Amenities.” The Forest Ridge residential development was voted “Best Subdivision” in the Tulsa Parade of Homes from 2019-2024 and “Best Residential Development” by Tulsa World in the 2019 “Best in the World” Contest.
For more information, visit BobbyJonesLinks.com.
About Bobby Jones Links
Bobby Jones Links is a privately owned club management company offering hands-on, turnkey operations management and advisory services to select daily fee, private, and semi-private clubs. Based in Atlanta with an office in Scottsdale, the company supports more than 40 properties in 12 states and is currently assisting with $120 million of new golf course construction.
Visit www.bobbyjoneslinks.com to learn how Bobby Jones Links makes a difference for their clients and associates.
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