Gispe started playing rugby league with Waghi Brothers club in Jiwaka before playing for Rabaul Tigers in the East New Britain league where herepresented the Islands Zone and moved onto Air Nigini club in Port Moresby. Played for Port Moresby Vipers in the Intercity Competition, the Kumuls and the President 13. Held onto the Kumuls second row position from 1988 to 1992. A solid ball and all defender with great following in his rugby days.