AFTER the disappointment of last Saturday's heavy home defeat against Manchester United, Kevin Keegan and his Newcastle United side know the best way to bounce back is by beating Blackburn Rovers at St. James' Park this Saturday.

The boys definitely had a spring in their step as KK and his backroom team - including new recruit Chris Hughton - had them out on the training ground going through their final paces.

Once again the weather wasn't great down at the training complex, but club photographer Ian Horrocks zipped up his fleece and braved the elements to bring you this latest exclusive nufc.co.uk picture gallery ...

NOWHERE TO RUN ... Charles N'Zogbia finds Jose Enrique and Joey Barton blocking his space.

NO SHO ... Michael Owen keeps the ball away from fellow forward Ameobi.

JUMP TO IT ... Nicky Butt beats Geremi in an aerial challenge.

LOOK HUGH'S HERE ... Chris Hughton makes a point to watching United stars.

MAKING A POINT ... KK has something to say during training.

TECHNIQUE ... James Milner shapes to shoot.

ON THE BALL ... Obafemi Martins is looking sharp.

TOON TUSSLE ... Joey Barton and Shola Ameobi battle for possession.

THREE'S COMPANY ... Alan Smith, Michael Owen and Damien Duff enjoy a breather.

POINT OF ORDER ... As KK sets the example.

MAN-MARKED ... Michael Owen gets a grip on Geremi.