 However, Gastev's career did not take off until 1985 when he gave up a career as an engraver to concentrate upon football full-time and became a mainstay for the Falcons before debuting with the West Coast Eagles in their inaugural season.After only two seasons and 30 games, Gastev was dumped and joined the Brisbane Bears for 1989.Gastev's main roles were as a tagger, though he occasionally played as a forward in his early years.