It seems the Townies are rallying around a new team concept and have developed a new found pride for winning under Ramsey, who is constantly heard on the sideline encouraging his players and reminding them of what they’ve learned and how to execute it.

“First off, we weren’t in shape last year," said sophomore Jalen Felix, a member of that 0-10 team. "This year, we’re in shape and we’re playing together. We’re not fighting like we used to, and that’s a big accomplishment for us.”

And one thing is clear, seeing this team play, the coach is coaching and the young team made up of 18 boys, mostly sophomores and freshmen, are allowing themselves to be coached.

On Friday, while playing West Roxbury, a perfect scene painted a picture of how absorbed the coach really is in his team, and just how important “getting the program back to the ground,” really is for him.

“Come on, which side (are) they going to now ... you know which way they’re going!” shouted Ramsey, addressing his team’s defense from the sideline during a key defensive down against the Westies. And he got results.

"Let’s go, let’s get amped,” he bellowed, finding himself on a number of occasions being hurried back onto the sideline by his assistants to avoid penalties. Ramsey just couldn’t help but to engage in teaching -- even during a live game. A common symptom among good coaches.

Realizing that an offensive output of 9.7 points per game couldn’t cut it for an entire season, Ramsey made another decision to move toward progress. He added offensive coordinator Clarzell Pearl to the team. Pearl was an all-scholastic as a quarterback back in his day for Boston English. He believes adding on Pearl will “without a doubt” bolster the team's offensive productivity.

“It was important to hire an offensive coordinator,” Ramsey said. “Pearl coached with me at Boston Latin while I was there and helped bring offense there. I’m sure he will do the same here.”

Only one thing now can dispel the notion C-town is back, and that’s how well, or bad for that matter, the Townies come out and play against perennial Boston North powerhouse East Boston (2-1, 0-0 Boston North) on Friday.

Should Charlestown win that matchup, the team would improve to 3-1 and 2-0 in the league. The possible win would essentially be catapulting the team into contention for the Boston North championship.

“Respect everybody, but fear no one is what I teach this team” said Ramsey, commenting on the big game against Eastie. “We’re going to play with the same approach and aggressiveness that is Charlestown football. And from there, let the chips fall as they may.”