It has proved a baptism of fire so far but the Accounts Premier League champions have no regrets at swapping divisions.
McGarvery said: "We knew it would be a step up and that's how we have found it.
"But this will stand us in good stead. We are not used to losing so this is a new feeling for a lot of the boys."
Maccabi's second team have also struggled and fared little better last weekend, losing 4-2 to The Urmston. Oli Grant grabbed a double.